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dislocation of the jaw

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dislocation of the jaw
Etymology: L, dis, apart, locare, to place; ME, jowe
unilateral or bilateral displacement of the mandible, typically as a result of a blow, a fall, or yawning, accompanied by severe muscle spasms. The mandible is fixed in an open position. If the mandible appears deviated to one side, the dislocation involves only one side. The dislocation is reduced manually, with or without anesthetic and sedation. This is an extremely stressful and painful condition.


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