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Inconsistent pain in left side collar bone, could it come from a tooth ache or infection? doesn't hurt so much but bothersome.

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Not likely: Typically dental pain does not radiate down that far. In some cases of TMJ problems, that can affect even neck muscles. I would see your md or a physical therapist for further evaluation.

Answered 9/6/2018

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Any TMJ symptoms?: I agree with dr. Greenhalgh. If you are having periodic pain in your facial muscles, neck, shoulders, frequent headaches, stuffiness in ears and/or pain in the jaw joint, i would consider finding a dentist who treats jaw joint problems. Most md's don't know very much about TMJ dysfunction or treat it.

Answered 4/30/2019

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Possibly from TMJ: The tepromandibular jaoint can sometimes cause distant pain in the upper neck and collabone rerion. Usually a tooth infecxtion is more localized. If fever is present, have full dental radiographs to rule out this reason for pain.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. Raj Upadya answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

More likely TMD: Not likely to be from an infection. Could be a trigger point from a tooth contact... Noxious tooth contacts can cause discomfort and pain in many muscles of the head and neck...

Answered 3/21/2017

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Not TMj, tooth: If the only area of pain is the collar bone, unlikely TMJ or dental with no pain above collar bone. I'd recommend screening exam with MD. He will probably want an x-ray of the collar bone (clavicle).

Answered 7/3/2017

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