Masticatory Myalgia
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Masticatory myalgias are pains that affect the muscles responsible for chewing, that is, those that move the jaw when eating, speaking, or opening and closing the mouth.
Common causes: They are usually related to clenching or grinding of the teeth, tension, bite problems, or overuse of the jaw muscles.
Common symptoms: These may include pain or fatigue in the area of the cheeks and temples, a sense of tension when chewing, and, at times, difficulty opening the mouth fully.
Who evaluates it? The dentist is the one who studies this type of discomfort related to the jaw and the bite. If pain when chewing recurs, a dental checkup helps to better identify the origin of the problem.
Data on 121 doctors who treat masticatory myalgia
Which specialist treats masticatory myalgia?
Masticatory myalgia, muscle pain related to chewing, can be addressed by a dentist, who can evaluate the cause and offer appropriate management. Schedule a consultation with this specialist if you have this type of discomfort.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in masticatory myalgia
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Blanca Margarita Lora Aguilar
Dr. Olivia Raquel Hernandez Morales
Dr. Jair González Robles
Dr. Monserrat Molina Brindis
Dr. Jocelyn Fernández Bahena
Dr. Yadira Tumalan Villarruel
Dr. Osvaldo Vivia Morales
Dr. Rodrigo Alejandro Jimenez Rojano
Dr. Cinthya Cubos
Dr. Gabriela Ivonne Navarrete Ibáñez
Dr. Edna Ibarra Roca
Dr. Jesús Israel López Casas
Dr. Nancy Muñoz Rojas
Dr. Rosalba Hernández García
Frequently asked questions
What is masticatory myalgia?
Masticatory myalgias are pains that affect the muscles responsible for chewing, that is, those that move the jaw when eating, speaking, or opening and closing the mouth.
Which doctor treats masticatory myalgia?
Masticatory myalgia, muscle pain related to chewing, can be addressed by a dentist, who can evaluate the cause and offer appropriate management. Schedule a consultation with this specialist if you have this type of discomfort.