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In case the patient is unable to close the mouth after yawning what should be done ?

April 26, 2017Case mouth patient yawning

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In case the patient is unable to close the mouth after yawning what should be done ?

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This is a simple case of dislocation of mandible and the patient should be immediately brought to the dental clinic where the condition can be treated by manual reduction and extra-oral bandage. Furthermore physiotherapy is advised and the patient is trained to limit mandibular movements.