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What Does Numbness And Pain On Jaws And Neck Area After A Fall Indicate?

I did something really stupid. I kicked my right leg up in the kitchen and before I knew it I flew right down on my back and I smack the back of my head on the linoleum floor. I never felt such had pain in my life. My jaw hurts and my throat and neck area. My jaw feels tights when i open and close my mouth my cheeks actually feel numb
Mon, 8 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query . Difficulty in opening jaw indicates temporomandibular jaw (TMJ) dislocation. It could also be possible that you jaw got fracture ,but chances are less as per information given by you. Numbness in cheeks can occur because of many reasons like nerve compression due to TMJ dislocation , jaw fracture or swelling ,usually it is temporary .

I would suggest you to consult oral surgeon without any delay for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan for proper evaluation . Doctor may correct dislocation or perform minor surgery for fracture if it is there .

If the numbness start going away after treatment then its fine ,otherwise consult neurosurgeon .

For now keep your jaw stable by tying bandage around head and jaw , eat soft or liquid diet and give warm compresses on face several times a day . For pain and swelling take ibuprofen and acetaminophen .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Does Numbness And Pain On Jaws And Neck Area After A Fall Indicate?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . Difficulty in opening jaw indicates temporomandibular jaw (TMJ) dislocation. It could also be possible that you jaw got fracture ,but chances are less as per information given by you. Numbness in cheeks can occur because of many reasons like nerve compression due to TMJ dislocation , jaw fracture or swelling ,usually it is temporary . I would suggest you to consult oral surgeon without any delay for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan for proper evaluation . Doctor may correct dislocation or perform minor surgery for fracture if it is there . If the numbness start going away after treatment then its fine ,otherwise consult neurosurgeon . For now keep your jaw stable by tying bandage around head and jaw , eat soft or liquid diet and give warm compresses on face several times a day . For pain and swelling take ibuprofen and acetaminophen . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari