There is a pad or disk that separates the jaw bone from the base of the skull. The primary cause of the "popping" occurs when you open your mouth too wide and the jaw bone "pops" off the pad or disk. Treatment is not required unless pain is associated with the "pop" or the jaw locks.
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Dr. Virginia Powell provides a patient-centered practice with a wide range of quality dentistry for people of all ages, including preventive, cosmetic, restorative and reconstructive dentistry.
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