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Having pressure headaches on the left side base of skull. what could it be?

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Dr. Greg Rubin answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental / occlusion : Frequently headaches are related to dental or teeth not alined properly. I recommend to seek help starting with your local dentist or ask to be referred to TMJ specialist. Also you may ask local orthodontist if they treat TMJ / occlusion related symptoms.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Michael Teitelbaum answered

TMD: There are over 300 different kinds of headaches, and treatment depends on symptoms it can range from a bite guard to different medicines. A headache specialist, or dentist who treats headaches may be able to help, or write back with more symptoms.

Dr Hutchman agreed

Answered 5/19/2015

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A member asked:

Having pressure headaches on the left side base of skull. what could it be?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Greg Rubin answered

Dr. Michael Teitelbaum answered

Dr Hutchman agreed

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