Since 1995 - Non Profit Healthcare Advice

Jaw Pain

04/30/2010

Question:

Hello, Last night I was snacking on jelly beans and I felt and heard a noise in my right jaw. Now, I cannot open my mouth wide enough to eat properly and there is a very loud snapping sound along with moderate pain in front of my ear What can I do to relive the pain and open my mouth? Exactly, what is going on?

Thank you for your time.

Answer:

Thank you for visiting NetWellness. On this site, NetWellness experts try to answer general questions about health. Only a health professional performing a thorough clinical exam is able to evaluate your symptoms. However, NetWellness may have some general information available that you can access through our search feature. Feel free to write back if you still have questions or need an explanation.

For more information:

Go to the Face and Jaw Surgery health topic.