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What could be causing persisting jaw pain after Botox for TMJ?

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I received my 3rd round of botox for bruxism/tmj about 2 weeks ago from a highly reputable oral surgeon. A few days after the botox injections, I began experiencing pain on the left side of my jaw - it hurts to chew and to open my mouth wide. I was instructed to use ice and advil for the pain. It's been 2 weeks, and my jaw still hurts. I can't call my doctor today since their office is closed on weekends. What could this pain be, and is it serious?

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