[PDF] Intra- and Interspecific Variation in the Lower Jaw of Hemiauchenia

What is the difference between the lower jaw and the upper jaw?

The mandible holds the lower teeth and is connected to the skull’s temporal bones through the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The TMJ allows you to move your jaw when chewing, eating, talking, or yawning. The maxilla, on the other hand, is the upper jaw that holds the upper teeth.

What does the lower jaw do?

The lower jaw is the largest and strongest bone in the human skull. It is the only moving bone on your face. Attached to it are major muscles for chewing (mastication). It houses all the lower teeth in your mouth. Horseshoe-shaped, the mandible defines the lower part of the face, making up a key component of one’s appearance.

What are some home treatments for lower jaw pain?

Continuous issues with lower jaw pain can be alleviated by avoiding hard and chewy foods such as raw vegetables, meat, and breadsticks. Enjoy soft or liquid foods such as soups, yogurt, pasta, and smoothies. To ease pressure on the jaw, take small bites.

What is the cause of lower jaw pain?

Lower jaw pain sinusitis can be caused by infections of the ears and sinus cavity, as well as swollen lymph nodes, arthritis, and facial nerve damage. You may be able to treat or alleviate most lower jaw pain with several home remedies we have outlined below.