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I had a sharp shooting pain in my jaw twice today, one after the other. is it anything serious?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMD vs Toothache: Temporomandibular disorder pain dysfunction syndrome is the most common cause of facial pain after toothache. Tooth decay is the primary cause of toothaches for most children and adults. Rec.: see your dentist to rule out tooth pain and evaluate tmj.

Answered 2/14/2014

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