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Im 21 weeks pregnant for starters. I had dental work done today and used a bite block. I have a very small mouth and it was super uncomfortable. By the end I was putting pressure on my joint and muscles because it HURT and that was the only way to relieve the pain. Besides my teeth being sensitive from the temporary caps, I can’t close my mouth all the way and I can only open it 1/3rd of the way.

I know I’ve had issues for years but I just lived with it. My jaw will click and sometimes when I go to open my mouth I have to close my mouth again to “reset” it. Ibuprofen is a no go and Tylenol isn’t helping at all. Is this even worth a call to the dentist in the morning or just rotating ice and heat…

Posted Apr 10, 2026, 12:46 AM UTC

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