When there’s a mismatch or misalignment between your upper jaw bone (or maxilla) and the lower one (mandible), you have an uneven or crooked jaw. This can arise due to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ...

Pain in the ear and jaw can range from mild aches to intense pain. Numerous conditions can cause ear and jaw pain, including mouth or ear infections, joint injuries, and tooth grinding. Treatment can ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Key Takeaways Jaw pain can be caused by temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), bruxism, and dental issues. Symptoms like nausea and shortness of breath with jaw ...

In 2018, I treated a patient with jaw pain -- but something was more serious. Jonathan had a root canal procedure performed on his upper right molar about three months before I saw him. His general ...

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 ...

There are many causes of a swollen jaw, which can range from infections in the jaw or throat to Lyme disease and thyroid conditions. A lump or swelling on the face or surrounding area can cause the ...

A clicking, popping, or cracking sound in your jaw isn’t usually a cause for concern, but it can occasionally signify an underlying condition, like arthritis or myofascial pain syndrome/ “Jaw cracking ...

Edmund Khoo, DDS, is an orthodontist and clinical associate professor at the New York University College of Dentistry. TMD is a common cause of jaw pain, which can lead to clicking sounds and ...

I saw Monique as a patient about a year ago. She entered my office saying, "My jaw pain is killing me." She had a root canal procedure done on her lower right molar and a crown placed on that tooth ...

The jaw is one of those body parts that’s easy to take for granted until it hurts—and then it’s all you can think about. When jaw pain makes it difficult to chew, talk, or move due to shock-like ...

You may experience jaw and ear pain at the same time. These 8 reasons can help you understand why the cause may be related to only your jaw or ears, but the pain spills over from the other area. If ...