A woman who believed her persistent earache and jaw pain were due to an infection was later diagnosed with an aggressive, ...

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We've all been guilty of it—putting in our earbuds for hours at a time while doing work, driving, exercising, or even ...

Persistent tooth infection may cause ear and head pain because of the connection between your teeth and the trigeminal nerve.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have seen several doctors for my TMJ: my primary doctor and dentist, an ear nose and throat doctor, the dental hygienist and also “ask Google.” I am a 73-year-old female and have had ...

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Dear Dr. Roach: I have seen several doctors for my TMJ: my primary doctor and dentist, an ear nose and throat doctor, the dental hygienist and also “ask Google.” I am a 73-year-old female and have had ...

TMJ disorders affect the joint that connects the jaw to the skull, causing pain, clicking, or jaw locking. Common causes include bruxism, arthritis, trauma, and stress-related muscle tension. Early ...

Many people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and muscle disorders (TMD) report pain in the jaw. However, these conditions can also cause neck pain. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMD) ...

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder surgery can reduce pain and improve jaw functioning. However, doctors use this treatment as a last resort because there is a lack of research on its safety and ...

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to ...