It hurts if I can't open my mouth wide

The inability to open the mouth and the pain when opening it wide may be caused by pericoronitis of the wisdom tooth or trauma. In addition, the possibility of bad chewing habits cannot be ruled out.

1. Pericoronitis of wisdom teeth: If the patient already has pericoronitis of wisdom teeth, it is possible that the patient will have difficulty opening his mouth due to local inflammatory stimulation, which will also lead to local pain and discomfort.

2. Caused by trauma: If the mouth is hit by external force, it may cause local ligament strain. If you open your mouth slightly at this time, it may cause local pain and discomfort.

3. Bad chewing habits: If you often chew on one side or eat hard food in your daily life, your mouth opening may be restricted due to bad chewing habits, which may lead to local pain symptoms.

If you cannot open your mouth and it hurts when you open it wide, it is best to go to a regular dental hospital for a comprehensive oral examination in time to determine the specific cause of the pain. If necessary, you can cooperate with the doctor to take anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs to improve the condition. During the improvement period, you should also pay attention to oral hygiene care and make adjustments and improvements to your diet.