Dental pain may trigger mild to severe headaches including migraine. We may experience dental pain due to:
- Tooth infection
- Damaged teeth
- Teeth grinding
- Temporo-mandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
Tooth infection
Poor oral hygiene and dental trauma may lead to tooth infection, dental abscess and gum disease. Some people may be prone to tooth infections due to other causes, including health conditions. When infection sets into the inner dental pulp of the tooth, headaches and facial pain may be experienced. Root canal treatment eliminates infection from tooth root canals so that a damaged tooth may be restored with a dental crown.
Damaged teeth
Damaged teeth may cause pain and headaches. Unsafe teeth whitening may cause tooth sensitivity, weaken tooth structure and lead to tooth fractures resulting in painful headaches. Damaged teeth that are left untreated may lead to an abscess or bite disorder. Seeing a dentist to restore a damaged tooth is important to prevent oral and overall health deterioration.
Teeth grinding
Teeth grinding habits are known to cause facial pain and headaches. Teeth may become ground down too and become vulnerable to breakage and infection. People who grind teeth during sleep or when anxious during the day may develop a bite disorder that triggers migraine.
Temporo-mandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
TMJ is a jaw joint disorder that may be very painful, causing migraine, neck and back pain. Some people are born with TMJ disorders due to developmental irregularities or genetics. Others may develop TMJ due to injury, malocclusion or bruxism teeth grinding habits.
At Liverpool Dental Spa in the heart of Liverpool we diagnose dental disorders that may be causing painful migraines. We offer treatment solutions including white fillings, root canal treatment, porcelain crowns and orthodontics. Get in touch with us for more information about the link between headaches and dental pain, and treatment options.
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