Presentation
Jaw instability and chewing difficulty with clicking sound, after trauma. Now unable to close mouth.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Bilateral temporomandibular joint dislocation
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The mouth is open with bilateral TMJ dislocation.