I just moved my jaw in a funny way and now it pops and cracks constantly. What should I do?

Question

I had some mild TMJ symptoms for a while, but now it's a lot worse suddenly after moving the jaw around a lot. Should I just rest it or go to a doctor and have them do something to it, or try to relocate the disc or something?

Answer 1

i have a mild TMJ problem too... unless the pops and cracks causes you any slight pain, especially to the ear or a ringing noise you should go to your doctor.. although theres not much they can do for tmj maybe a night guard since sometimes the pops and cracks come randomly because without knowing it you could be grinding your teeth at night. oh and tip try not chewing gum so much it worsens it