How Bad Oral Health Can Lead To Chronic Headaches and Ear Pain

Posted on 7/12/2021 by Alyce

Bad oral health can cause ear pain and chronic headaches.

The nose, ears, and throat are all connected through a network of canals, tubes, and passageways. This means that diagnosing a condition in your oral system can cause discomfort in the other two areas. Bad oral health, like grinding and clenching of teeth, can cause ear problems.

Dentists can usually identify these types of oral patterns when you come in for regular exams.

Clenching and Teeth Grinding

The process of clenching and grinding your teeth can cause gum and muscle inflammation and trigger severe headaches.

Unfortunately, most people don't realize they are grinding their teeth because it often happens when one is asleep.

Tooth grinding will cause discomforts like trouble opening or closing the mouth, sore teeth, and a constant dull headache.

Clenching of teeth can also lead to other conditions like ear pain and damaged teeth. The temporomandibular joints are close to the inner and middle ear, meaning a problem to the joints will easily spread to the ears.

Gum Disease and Tooth Decay

Bad oral health will result in conditions like gum disease and tooth decay. We offer restorative dental services to repair these common oral health problems and prevent further damage.

When these conditions advance, the pain spreads to the head, causing chronic headaches. Furthermore, throbbing toothaches can also trigger migraines. This makes the headaches more intense and painful.

Bite Misalignment

When you have a misaligned bite, it will cause pain that radiates towards the ear. This is because the jaw is connected to the ear through a single nerve that also controls chewing muscles. This connection means you could experience ear pain due to bad oral health.

Therefore, it is important to maintain good oral health to avoid chronic pain and ear pain. You can do so by brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing your teeth on a regular basis. You should also visit our offices for dental cleanings.

Contact our office for more information on how bad oral health can cause headaches and ear pain.

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