A member asked:

I have no top teeth and i grind my teeth i have a light throbbing pain in my left temple and sometimes by my ear can that cause temple pain?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMJ-TMD: Temporo-mandibular disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. Earache, toothache and jaw pain are common symptoms. Proper diagnosis is the key for the successful treatment. Rec.: orofacial pain specialist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 1/16/2015

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Denture?: Do you wear a denture? assuming you do it may not be fitting well or the teeth may be hard porcelain. You may do better with acrylic (plastic) teeth which are more giving and resilient. Do you grind at bedtime or during the day? If at bedtime, remove your dentures while sleeping.

Answered 1/16/2015

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