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How do i know the difference between ear ache and toothache at the back of my jaw?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
See a Doc: It is not always possible to tell and a dental problem in the back can cause pain that is referred to the ear. So best to see a doc to examine your ears. If exam is negative that you should see a dentist.
Answered 1/23/2014
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Hard for you to do..: But your dentist can help. Call for an appointment to make sure you don't have a cavity, a gum infection, or a problem with a wisdom tooth. If it all checks out, then it is possible that your have a true ear problem or possibly a problem with your jaw joint (tmj).
Answered 5/1/2016
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Need a dentist: You will need a visit to the dentist so it can be determined with x-rays and clinical exam where the pain is coming from and the best treatment possible.
Answered 12/10/2015
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Localization: An earache is localized to the ear. A tooth, as lower molars especially, will exhibit hot, cold or pressure pain in addition to referred pain to the ear on occasions.
Answered 4/8/2018
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