Category: TMJ

Can a Toothache Cause a Headache?

Posted on February 20, 2024 (February 26, 2024) by Dr. JJ

A man suffering from a toothache holds his right cheek with his right hand.

If you’ve ever had a toothache that somehow made your head ache, know that it’s not just bad luck. Your toothache could radiate through your jaw and facial muscles to become the sneaky cause behind that unwelcome headache. Nothing ruins your day like pain, and it could be a sign of something that requires immediate […]

Can TMJ Cause Tooth Pain?

Posted on March 3, 2023 (March 6, 2023) by Dr. JJ

A man is touching his cheek with pain showing on his face due to tooth pai

The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the joint where your lower jaw connects to your skull. It controls how you chew, how to speak, and how your jaw moves in general. Temporomandibular disorders, also known as TMJ or TMD, are a group of several different conditions that can cause pain, discomfort, or irritation in the […]