Jaw pain can have many causes, including tooth decay, dental infections, impacted wisdom teeth, teeth grinding or clenching, TMJ disorders, and injuries to the teeth or jaw.
Jaw Pain
Jaw Pain Keeping You From Feeling Like Yourself?
Jaw pain can make everyday activities like eating, speaking, and even sleeping uncomfortable. It may be associated with a dental problem, injury, infection, tooth pain, or issues affecting the jaw itself. At EmergDENT, we provide prompt evaluations for jaw pain to help identify the source of your discomfort and determine the appropriate treatment. Our team can examine your teeth and jaw and, when needed, use digital X-rays to gain a clearer understanding of what may be causing your symptoms.
Once we understand what’s happening, we’ll explain your treatment options and focus on addressing the immediate problem. Whenever possible, EmergDENT strives to diagnose and treat patients during the same appointment, with prescriptions, follow-up care, or referrals available when appropriate. With extended hours, same-day appointments, and walk-ins welcome, you don’t have to wait for regular office hours to get answers about your jaw pain.
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When to Seek Immediate Care
- Severe or worsening pain
- Jaw pain following a fall, accident, or injury
- A broken, cracked, loose, or knocked-out tooth
- Swelling of the mouth, jaw, or face
- Jaw pain occurring alongside a toothache or suspected dental infection
- Difficulty comfortably opening or moving your jaw
- Dental trauma that requires urgent evaluation
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Process
- We’ll discuss your symptoms and examine your teeth, bite, jaw, and surrounding areas.
- Digital X-rays may be taken when needed to help identify dental problems that could be contributing to your pain.
- Once we identify the problem, we’ll explain our findings and recommend appropriate treatment.
- Whenever possible, we strive to diagnose and treat your concern during the same appointment.
- Prescriptions may be provided when appropriate, and follow-up appointments are available when needed.
- If your condition requires specialized care, we can provide a referral to the appropriate provider.
FAQ
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What are common causes of jaw pain?
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Can teeth grinding lead to jaw problems?
Yes. Frequent teeth grinding or clenching can place extra pressure on the teeth, jaw muscles, and jaw joints. Over time, this may contribute to jaw soreness, headaches, tooth wear, or discomfort when chewing.
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How is jaw pain diagnosed by a dentist?
A dentist will typically discuss your symptoms and examine your teeth, bite, jaw, and surrounding tissues to look for possible causes of your discomfort. Depending on your symptoms, diagnostic imaging such as digital X-rays may also be used to identify dental problems that aren’t visible during the examination.
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Toothaches
A toothache can disrupt your entire day, and when the pain won’t go away, you shouldn’t have to wait for answers. We provide prompt evaluation and treatment for tooth pain, identifying the underlying cause and recommending the right treatment for your needs. Whether you need a filling, root canal treatment, extraction, or another solution, our team strives to provide same-day treatment whenever possible.
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Tooth Abscess
A tooth abscess can cause significant pain, swelling, and discomfort and requires prompt professional attention. We evaluate dental infections to identify the source and recommend appropriate treatment, which may include root canal treatment, tooth extraction, prescriptions, or a referral for specialized care when necessary.
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