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Can cheek/ tongue biting at night cause daily headaches?
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Sure: If you are biting your cheeks at night, then your jaw is moving while not aligned properly. This can easily cause next day headaches. Ask your dentist about an oral appliance to address the problem.
Answered 4/3/2019
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Possibly: Constant use of the muscles of chewing can cause muscle spasm, especially in the temple area. Muscle spasm pain in this area is interpreted as headaches.
Answered 11/25/2015
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