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Why Am I Unable To Open My Mouth?

i have small limitation on moving my neck because of the nerves in my neck..i have been like this for sometime..my doc reccomends phys theropy but i think i need surgeory..i also cant open my mouth all the way so i have issues there..could my neck be the reason that i cant open my mouth wide enough?
Fri, 10 Nov 2017
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Hi Dear,

Understanding your concern. As per your query you are unable to open mouth seems to be due to TMJ dysfunction and locking of jaw in a particular position. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to rest properly and don't bend frequently forward. You should take light food and avoid hard food from that side. For now take ibuprofen for pain and swelling. You should consult ENT specialist and oral and maxillofacial surgeon for proper examination and start treatment accordingly. Avoid excessive use of mobile from that side. You should relax jaw from locked position and bring it back to normal.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Why Am I Unable To Open My Mouth?

Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you are unable to open mouth seems to be due to TMJ dysfunction and locking of jaw in a particular position. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to rest properly and don t bend frequently forward. You should take light food and avoid hard food from that side. For now take ibuprofen for pain and swelling. You should consult ENT specialist and oral and maxillofacial surgeon for proper examination and start treatment accordingly. Avoid excessive use of mobile from that side. You should relax jaw from locked position and bring it back to normal. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari