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What could cause my jaw would hurt and my teeth would ache?

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Dr. Scott Rickert answered

Specializes in Pediatric ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Dental disease: Jaw and tooth pain is most likely dental disease in the form of tooth decay or a localized tooth infection. It can also be related to the muscles around the jaw in tmd (temporomandibular joint disease). A good dental specialist should be able to pinpoint where the problem is and how to best treat it.

Answered 4/5/2015

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Many possibilities: Cavities, periodontal disease, sinus pressure, oral cancer. There are so many possibilities. If this pain lasts more then a few days you need to be evaluated by a dentist.

Answered 4/5/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Many things: Problems with teeth, mouth or jaw. See oral surgeon or dentist for evaluation and treatment recommendations.

Answered 4/5/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Various causes: Dental infection, gum disease, dental decay, injury, TMJ, just name a few. See your dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 4/12/2015

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