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Can Clenching Of Teeth Cause Pressure Around The Ears And Headache?
So I have had some ear pressure and sensitivity that comes and goes along with headaches, mild pressure in back of throat when swallowing achy feeling. I also had some teeth aching on my left side that lasted 2 weeks. I know I have a clenching problem and have tried to focus on not doing it during the day. So are these related to each other? etc?
Thu, 12 Oct 2017
Hi...
Welcome to healthcare magic.
You have problem of clenching of tooth called bruxisum..
Bruxisum can lead to headach problem and muscle pain....
Bruxisum may be because of stress or irregularities in occlusion or other reasons..
Consult a orthodontist for clinical examination and treatment plan.
Mouthgaurd is helpful in bruxisum habits..
Longtime bruxisum habit can lead to wearing off tooth..
Treat underling cause..
I hope this will help you.
Take care.
Thank you.
Dr Rachana.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
You have problem of clenching of tooth called bruxisum..
Bruxisum can lead to headach problem and muscle pain....
Bruxisum may be because of stress or irregularities in occlusion or other reasons..
Consult a orthodontist for clinical examination and treatment plan.
Mouthgaurd is helpful in bruxisum habits..
Longtime bruxisum habit can lead to wearing off tooth..
Treat underling cause..
I hope this will help you.
Take care.
Thank you.
Dr Rachana.
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Hi Dear,
Understanding your concern. You mentioned that you have pressure around the ears and headache which seems to be due to clenching of teeth as it can leads to TMJ problem. It could be due to exposure of pulp horns as well which can lead to sensitivity. So i would suggest you to consult dentist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan for proper diagnosis. OPG testing should also be done. Start conservative treatment approach if pain is severe. For now do warm saline gargles. Apply night guard to prevent clenching of teeth. Also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Understanding your concern. You mentioned that you have pressure around the ears and headache which seems to be due to clenching of teeth as it can leads to TMJ problem. It could be due to exposure of pulp horns as well which can lead to sensitivity. So i would suggest you to consult dentist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may order X-ray or CT scan for proper diagnosis. OPG testing should also be done. Start conservative treatment approach if pain is severe. For now do warm saline gargles. Apply night guard to prevent clenching of teeth. Also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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