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Have you ever opened your mouth in front of a mirror and noticed your jaw moving to one side? It may not hurt at first, so it is easy to ignore. Some people notice it while brushing, yawning, eating, or during a dental check-up. Others realise it only when someone points it out. This sideways movement is often called jaw deflection. In simple words, it means the jaw is not opening in a straight path. Instead of both sides moving evenly, one side may feel restricted, tight, or
