Hi, Mouth is not opening properly. While opening my mouth I feel pain in my back jaws.

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Hi. Pain in the back of jaws might be due to teeth clenching or grinding. It is also sometimes a precursor of heart attack (which in your case could not be possible since you are only 19 years old). You might consider seeing a dentist for pain relief. Simultaneously, please do these exercises also: 1.for immediate relief apply moist heat or ice packs: place ice in a plastic bag, wrap it in a thin cloth, and apply it to your face for 10 minutes. Then take it off for 10 minutes before reapplying it. Another option is to run warm water over a washcloth, then apply it to your jaw area. The moist heat can relax overactive jaw muscles and relieve pain. You may have to re-wet the washcloth several times to maintain the heat. 2. Massage the affected joint: using your index and middle finger, press the sore areas of your jaw, such as the area right before your ear where your jaw joints meet. Rub in a circular motion for 5 to 10 rotations, then open your mouth and repeat the exercise. Massaging the muscles on the side of your neck may also help relieve tension. 3. Purse your lips and blow air like you are blowing a candle. Do it 20 times. 2 times a day. Avoid chewy foods: foods that are chewy, tough, or crunchy can place too great a strain on your jaw joint and lead to pain and discomfort later. Take care.

Raksha Srinivasan · Accepted Answer

Hi. Pain in the back of jaws might be due to teeth clenching or grinding. It is also sometimes a precursor of heart attack (which in your case could not be possible since you are only 19 years old). You might consider seeing a dentist for pain relief. Simultaneously, please do these exercises also: 1.for immediate relief apply moist heat or ice packs: place ice in a plastic bag, wrap it in a thin cloth, and apply it to your face for 10 minutes. Then take it off for 10 minutes before reapplying it. Another option is to run warm water over a washcloth, then apply it to your jaw area. The moist heat can relax overactive jaw muscles and relieve pain. You may have to re-wet the washcloth several times to maintain the heat. 2. Massage the affected joint: using your index and middle finger, press the sore areas of your jaw, such as the area right before your ear where your jaw joints meet. Rub in a circular motion for 5 to 10 rotations, then open your mouth and repeat the exercise. Massaging the muscles on the side of your neck may also help relieve tension. 3. Purse your lips and blow air like you are blowing a candle. Do it 20 times. 2 times a day. Avoid chewy foods: foods that are chewy, tough, or crunchy can place too great a strain on your jaw joint and lead to pain and discomfort later. Take care.