Jaw locking. Has anyone had that before?

Question

I was really tired this morning and yawned the best I could. Then my jaw locked (wide open). It was really horrible as I had to use my hands to shut it and I heard a crack.

I am 37 and do not have any other problems than my knees who have been skiing too much.

Answer 1

me!!! my jaw locked when i yawned this morning too!! but mine locked half way open, it didnt last long i just hd to lose it again now it pops twice...:( im 13, it kinda hurts

Answer 2

You poor thing, that must be dreadful.

Next time you see a doctor, just mention it to him/her.

I know a few people thet have the same problem, but I'm not so sure about the 'cracking' you heard when you shut your mouth!

I found this, I hope it helps!

http://www.dental--health.com/lockjaw4.h...

Answer 3

Yes, I've had this problem quite a few times actually. The only way that I've gotten mine to go back to normal, was by sucking on ice and sometimes that didn't work, so I just took a nap and woke up and it was gone. I never went to the doctor about it, because I solved the problem myself...but the crack that you got when you shut yours probably isn't a good thing. So I'd go to the doctor if I were you.

Answer 4

You need to see your dentist, it could be a simple fix, or it could be something more.  I haven't ever had that happen.