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Been getting headache for month. not tmj as have false teeth, i feel pressure and dizzy and tender head. what could this be?

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See below: Just because you have false teeth doesn't mean for a second you couldn't have TMJ dissorders...In fact it is very possible. If you dentures are old and worn out then you are over-occluding and can cause stresses that are unnatural and damaging to those joints...Though this may not be the cause of your prob, it would be a good idea to see your dental provider for a check up.

Answered 12/9/2016

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Dr. Zahid Ahmed answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Dont outrule teeth: Although a headache and dizzyness can be caused by a number of things (non-dental), dont rule out the dentures as a possible cause. If you feel like the symptoms are related to when wearing your dentures, they very well may be contributing to your pain. Getting an evaluation will help to see if there are any TMJ joint changes or issues with the dentures that are putting undue stress on your jaws.

Answered 3/24/2015

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

See Prosthodontist: Tmj is a joint / muscle/ligament ailment, not necessarily related to teeth. In fact, only sometimes are teeth directly involved. You may certainly have these symptoms with dentures. See a prosthodontist to evaluate your dentures and jaw position while wearing them. You may be "overclosed" (chin closer to nose than normal when teeth contacting) or too open (opposite). Both can cause spasm and pain.

Answered 3/24/2015

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Possible TMJ: Even with false teeth, you can still have TMJ issues. Tmj issues may even be more likely with false teeth. I would go to a dentist you trust to evaluate your teeth to see if anything needs to be done. There are multiple options. If you do not have a dentist i would recommend asking friends or searching online for favorable reviews. Good luck!

Answered 3/24/2015

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Depends: Balancing the occusion (the bite) is imperative when dealing with a tmj/tmd problem. Often, people go with missing teeth (all or some, ) for some time, which changes the bite. The triad of the teeth, muscles and the jaw joints can be severely crippled when teeth are taken out and not replaced. Whether successful, dentures or implants, may depend on length of time you have had tmj.

Answered 2/24/2018

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Revisit the teeth: I wouldn't be so hasty to rule out your false teeth. If they are old and worn you could be losing vertical demension and your jaw would be over-closed placing extra stress on muscles and ligaments. A severely worn ridge and floating dentures may also be throwing your bite off and causing issues. If the dentures are new then have your dentist check your bite. If all is fine, see your physician.

Answered 3/24/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your doctor: Any headache must be viewed as a valid medical disorder and the headache assessment must be comprehensive. See your doctor for headache evaluation, tests and treatment options.

Answered 3/24/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Could be TMJ: While your lack of teeth does not rule out TMJ, I don't see anything in your symptoms that is definitive for TMJ. I'd start with an evaluation from you MD for headaches.

Answered 3/24/2015

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