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Jaw pain, gum pain and slight headache. what are possible causes?

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Dr. Ragan Faler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

TMD: When "everything hurts". Rule out the obvious tooth, gum, or sinus infection. Then begin to look at TMJ or joint and muscle pain. Clenching can be a big culprit. Then there are less obvious conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia and on and on.

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Answered 4/7/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Oral surgeon: Can be many things. Best plan is to see an oral & maxillofacial surgeon for diagnosis/treatment or referral suggestions.

Answered 4/7/2015

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A member asked:

Jaw pain, gum pain and slight headache. what are possible causes?

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Dr. Ragan Faler answered

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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