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What Causes Pinching Sensation And Muscle Twitching Inside Mouth?

Hello. I have had a strange feeling in my left mouth area, I believe it s called the perioral (?) area of my face. The feeling began as the sensation of somebody lightly pinching my skin - no pain, just an odd feeling. This feeling came and went, but has, over the past few days become considerably worse. I am experiencing muscular twitching in the area, and now a numb feeling. During the day today, half my face felt that way. At the moment, it s back down to just my left chin/lip area. My left eye began twitching today as well, very small twitches... maybe unrelated. Any help would be very much appreciated.
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Hello,
The areas that you are experiencing this sensation relate to branches of the facial nerve. I suspect inflammation is the source of your discomfort. Pressure can be created and disturb your nervous system.This can create this unusual sensation. I recommend that you be up to date with your routine dental exam. You should rule out any possible dental infections that may be causing this discomfort. Do you have any broken teeth or abscesses in your mouth?
Bells palsy is a neurologic condition that can cause similar symptoms. This often occurs on one side of your face. Plan a visit to a neurologist if you suspect this condition.
Have you tried any medication? Do anti-inflammatory medication such as Tylenol or Motrin and or for you any relief? Make sure you have discussed this condition with your regular physician. You should be up to date on an annual physical exam with the routine blood test to disclose any systemic it regularities. Maintain a proper diet and avoid any vitamin deficiencies. Keep well hydrated as this can also affect your muscles and signs of dehydration can exhibit a twitching sensation. Rule out basic health concerns and proceed to see a specialist such as a neurologist if your condition persists or worsens. Your dentist and physician will assist with the diagnosis and referred to specialist as necessary.
Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you find this information useful.
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What Causes Pinching Sensation And Muscle Twitching Inside Mouth?

Hello, The areas that you are experiencing this sensation relate to branches of the facial nerve. I suspect inflammation is the source of your discomfort. Pressure can be created and disturb your nervous system.This can create this unusual sensation. I recommend that you be up to date with your routine dental exam. You should rule out any possible dental infections that may be causing this discomfort. Do you have any broken teeth or abscesses in your mouth? Bells palsy is a neurologic condition that can cause similar symptoms. This often occurs on one side of your face. Plan a visit to a neurologist if you suspect this condition. Have you tried any medication? Do anti-inflammatory medication such as Tylenol or Motrin and or for you any relief? Make sure you have discussed this condition with your regular physician. You should be up to date on an annual physical exam with the routine blood test to disclose any systemic it regularities. Maintain a proper diet and avoid any vitamin deficiencies. Keep well hydrated as this can also affect your muscles and signs of dehydration can exhibit a twitching sensation. Rule out basic health concerns and proceed to see a specialist such as a neurologist if your condition persists or worsens. Your dentist and physician will assist with the diagnosis and referred to specialist as necessary. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you find this information useful.