Conditions That Make Your Teeth Hurt
You Cope by Clenching Do you clench your jaw in times of anger, tension, or intense concentration? Your teeth bear some of the brunt of that stress. They can ache or wiggle loose over time. Your Daily Grind Sometimes even when you don’t feel stressed, you might clench and grind your teeth while you sleep. […] The post Conditions That Make Your Teeth Hurt appeared first on The Ghanaian Chronicle .
Teeth can ache due to clenching or grinding, often caused by stress, sleep disorders, misaligned bites, or missing teeth. Mouthwash, while providing a thorough clean, may cause tooth sensitivity in those who use it frequently due to its acidic properties. Intense physical activity, such as endurance training, can weaken tooth enamel over time, increasing the likelihood of cavities in athletes.
Sinus infections can lead to pain in upper back teeth, given their proximity to nasal passages. Pregnant women are more prone to gingivitis and cavities, necessitating additional dental checkups during this time. Temporomandibular joint issues, which connect the lower jaw to the skull, can result in pain while chewing and in the jaw.
A rare condition called trigeminal neuralgia can cause chronic facial nerve pain during activities like brushing, eating, and drinking. Heart-related issues like heart attacks can present upper body pain, including in the teeth, shoulders, neck, or jaw, alongside other symptoms like sweating, heart palpitations, nausea, chest pain, or shortness of breath.
Excessive use of whitening treatments may result in tooth sensitivity, typically beginning 2-3 days after starting treatment but subsiding after a few more days. Receding gums can expose tooth nerves, leading to discomfort. Oral cancer often manifests as persistent mouth or tooth pain, while trigeminal neuralgia can be caused by a tumor pressing on facial nerves.
Acidic foods and drinks, such as hard candies, coffee, citrus fruits, and soda, can erode tooth enamel, leaving teeth vulnerable. Vomiting due to excessive stomach acid can damage teeth, particularly for those with conditions like GERD, pregnancy, chronic alcoholism, or bulimia. Drinking insufficient water can leave teeth unprotected against decay, as water may contain fluoride that strengthens tooth structure.
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