Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Pain In The Jaws And Headaches?

I have a sore left jaw, upper and lower, and it radiates toward my ear, and I get a headache. I went to the Chiropractor and he told me my neck was all messed up, but if it didn t go away to see an MD for possible heart attack. I am 47 with no known heart problems. When it happened, I was chewing gum and thought I broke out a filling. It started hurting in my upper and lower jaw and I couldnt tell which tooth it was...
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
Twitter Thu, 11 Sep 2014 Answered on
Twitter Fri, 12 Sep 2014 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,  's  Response
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The pain in the jaw can be because of a fractured restoration or fractured tooth.
Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated. If it is a fractured restoration or fractured tooth, if it is involving pulp, then it has to be treated with RCT or extraction. If it is not involving the pulp, then it can be restored with a composite material. Before this procedure, get a radiograph done to rule out whether the fracture is involving dentin or pulp. Based on this we can decide the treatment.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
I find this answer helpful
Dentist,  Dr. Lizabeth Sloane's  Response
Hello,
You may be grinding your teeth causing stress on the TMJ. I mention this because of the chiropractor telling you your neck has some problem. A night guard can be helpful if you grind your teeth at night and offer some relief. Your dentist can evaluate your bite and make a recommendation.
You may have an infection in a tooth that needs treatment. See your dentist for an evaluation and necessary x-ray. If you broke a filling, you also need to take care of that to avoid a larger problem. Broken teeth or filling can also be a result of grinding your teeth.
Maintain good daily dental care which includes brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Look for sensitivity to temperatures and pressure. Take Motrin or Tylenol if you are experiencing discomfort before you can visit your dentist. Plan to make an
appointment soon. Plan to have a physical to rule out heart problems as recommended as well.
Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you feel better soon.
I find this answer helpful

2 Doctors agree with this answer

Note: Find out which dental treatment will work best for your teeth. Ask here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Heart attack


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Pain In The Jaws And Headaches?

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The pain in the jaw can be because of a fractured restoration or fractured tooth. Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated. If it is a fractured restoration or fractured tooth, if it is involving pulp, then it has to be treated with RCT or extraction. If it is not involving the pulp, then it can be restored with a composite material. Before this procedure, get a radiograph done to rule out whether the fracture is involving dentin or pulp. Based on this we can decide the treatment. I hope my answer will help you, take care.