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Could clenching my teeth be making my right ear hurt every morning?

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Dr. Charles Emrich answered

Refered pain?: Clenching or bruxism can give a symptom of ear pain because the joint is close to the ear. I would recomend check this out with a dentist and rule out a problem .Treat the symptom until the pain goes away... Chuck.

Dr Eng agreed

Answered 8/31/2013

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Dr. Michael Dagostino answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Bruxism, clenching: Your clenching is causing the ear pain. Find a dentist to evaluate your problem.

Answered 4/24/2013

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A member asked:

Could clenching my teeth be making my right ear hurt every morning?

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Dr. Charles Emrich answered

Dr Eng agreed

Dr. Michael Dagostino answered

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