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What Causes Protrusion Of Jaw To The Left Side?

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Posted on Tue, 21 Jun 2016
Question: My jaw seems to be out on left side can that make it hard to swollow at times
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (7 hours later)
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I appreciate your concern

Based on your description, its possible that the protrusion is related to an enlarged node related to a local infection leading to submandibular gland enlargement. The fact that there is pain associated with it especially if on movement then TMJ disorder is also a possibility, in which case muscle relaxants and NSAIDs can be advised accordingly. The jaw and oral cavity esp teeth needs to be examined for any associated focus and treated accordingly.

Wishing you best of health

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Let me know if you have any query

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

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Dr. M.S. Khalil
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What Causes Protrusion Of Jaw To The Left Side?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern Based on your description, its possible that the protrusion is related to an enlarged node related to a local infection leading to submandibular gland enlargement. The fact that there is pain associated with it especially if on movement then TMJ disorder is also a possibility, in which case muscle relaxants and NSAIDs can be advised accordingly. The jaw and oral cavity esp teeth needs to be examined for any associated focus and treated accordingly. Wishing you best of health Thanks Let me know if you have any query Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action. For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107 Dr. M.S. Khalil