Tag: Lockjaw

While the true disease known as “lockjaw” is caused by tetanus bacteria, conditions mimicking a locked jaw, such as jaw clenching and muscle spasms, have been associated with nutrient deficiencies. Understanding which vitamin deficiency causes lockjaw-like symptoms is key to managing jaw health.

Over half of all Americans may have a magnesium deficiency, a mineral crucial for regulating muscle function and relaxation. This widespread deficiency raises questions about the mineral's potential to help with lockjaw, a condition often linked to muscle tension.