Waking up with pain on just one side of your jaw can be unsettling. It might feel sharp, dull, achy, or even radiate up toward your ear or down into your neck. While it can be uncomfortable and concerning, jaw pain on one side is often linked to common dental or muscle-related issues rather than something severe.
Still, because jaw pain can sometimes signal a more urgent dental problem, it’s important to understand what might be causing it and when it’s time to seek care.
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