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I am getting pain in my jaw repeatedly. i don't have any tooth issue but don't know why there is recurrent pain in my jaw. it comes n goes. pls advise?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Jaw pain: Follow up with doctor ,ENT and dentist ( see doctor today) . Could be TMJ or a tumor in jaw or spasm of the muscles or retropharyngeal lesion, tooth issues unbeknownst to you or it may be a heart ischemia or a reflux issue .

Answered 1/22/2017

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Tooth issues: Have you made the self-diagnosis that there are no tooth issues, or has a Dental Professional? Soreness may be from infected tooth/teeth, infected gums, broken or split teeth, clenching/grinding, malocclusion, joint dysfunction, cardiac damage, medications, and so many other causes. Please see your Dentist for examination and advice. Medical examination may also be in order.

Answered 4/12/2020

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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. Proper diagnosis is the key for the successful treatment. See an orofacial pain practitioner for a consultation, diagnosis and management.

Answered 12/3/2014

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Get dental consult: You describe TMJ (temporal mandibular joint) syndrome features, and a skilled dentist or an oral surgeon could help you. A dental splint worn at night may reverse most if not all of your problems.

Answered 11/28/2017

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