Clicking jaws can sometimes be corrected with rest, bite splints, or orthodontic treatment that aligns your teeth into a desirable position. But if TMJ clicking is severe or painful – which is quite rare – oral surgery could be necessary.
If you notice that your jaw clicks at specific times or if you move your mouth a certain way, make every effort to avoid repeating the clicking and popping that’s going on. In worst-case scenarios, a popping jaw could get stuck in an unnatural position.