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A small portion of my jaw on my right hand side hurts. what could be causing the pain?
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Pain R side of Jaw: this can be from different causes mainly problems with the joint of the jaw (temporomandibular joint) other causes include clenching of the jaw, local lesions in the jaw like tooth decay or infection in the bone (osteomyelitis). It can also be nerve pain (Trigeminal neuralgia), or angina which is very unlikey to people at your age
Answered 10/1/2016
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Several Causes: Jaw pain (upper, lower or both) can be related to a number of different causes. Without more information regarding which jaw, where in or on the jaw(s), onset, etc. it would be difficult to provide a definitive answer. A clinical evaluation supported by any indicated studies (x-rays, etc.) would be recommended to determine what is causing your pain and treatment if indicated.
Answered 2/9/2017
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More info needed: Maxillary or mandibular? Pain to hot/cold/sweets ? Continuous or episodic? Restoration in place? Last dental check up and cleaning? As you can see, you'll need to to be evaluated by a local dentist.
Answered 2/13/2017
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