Having ear/jaw pain

[XanaDUer2]

Alternating either side. Worried that this is the beginning of chronic pain. Facial tingling a bit better. Had ct scan today. Doubt itll show anything. I can't take this and I'm scared.

[no_hypocrisy]

1. Consult your dentist. You may have temporomandicular joint pain.

It sometimes comes with clenching your teeth during sleep.

At least have it ruled out.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tmj/symptoms-causes/syc-20350941

[elleng]

4. Interesting.

TMJ pain can be caused by a number of factors, including: Stress or anxiety, Trauma to the jaw or joint, Muscle spasms, Misalignment of the jaw (malocclusion), and Arthritis.
To ease TMJ pain, you can try:
Taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory pain relievers
Applying a warm compress to the jaw
Avoiding teeth clenching, gum chewing, and nail biting
Practicing good resting jaw posture
Wearing a soft or firm oral splint or mouth guard
Physical therapy

[XanaDUer2]

5. I'm in the middle of tmj dental work

The dentist injured me by jamming my jaw back hard about 5 mos ago and I'm having all sorts of symptoms. He denies he injured me

[no_hypocrisy]

8. Get a second opinion and see if in fact there was a verifiable injury.

Then dental malpractice lawsuit.

Also have the second dentist look into where you are on the TMJ dysfunction.

[bullimiami]

2. Stupid getting old. Hope that improves.

[elleng]

9. 'Getting old' MUCH better than the alternative,

grandkids called, thanking me for Hanukkah/Christmas gifts!!!

Things DO improve, science helps.

[bullimiami]

11. Grandkids are the best.

[elleng]

3. Any REASON ct scan wouldn't show anything?

[XanaDUer2]

7. I have bad luck

I know I'm in pain and having facial tingling. The dentist who injured me denies what he did injured me. No clue what to do if injury is found. No lawyer is interested in malpractice case.

[elleng]

10. I'd hope to find a resolution/improvement,

rather than think about 'malpractice.'

[XanaDUer2]

12. I just want to be ok

[elleng]

13. OF course.

Look for medical help.

[XanaDUer2]

14. Yeah, the dentist

Took xrays and told me everything was great

[SheltieLover]

6. Have a home sleep study done. A friend cracked a molar due to apnea.