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Can TMJ make chewing difficult?
I think I have TMJ. I'm having issues chewing, and what I mean is, I can chew but I have to do so slowly. Is this TMJ? Can it make chewing difficult?
5 Answers
Yes
Yes. Your inability to chew could well be due to the situation with your TMJ or other problems connected with the joint(s). My advice is go to your dentist for further evaluation and treatment.
Yes, it can. You especially should avoid chewy foods, which will aggravate the joint. You should be keeping a soft diet with heat packs and moisture on the joint a few times a day.
Best regards,
Dr. Mark Berkowitz
TMJ dysfunction can make chewing difficult or painful. Stay with small bites of soft food until you can see a dentist.
Yes, TMJ issues can make chewing difficult since there can be discomfort in the joints and the muscles associated with chewing. You should have it evaluated by your dentist.
Good luck.