17/04/2026
It’s quite common for people to notice changes in their jaw after dental work.
Holding the mouth open, combined with pressure, injections or procedures like extractions, can all influence how the jaw and surrounding tissues feel.
For many, this settles quickly. But if the jaw was already sensitive or holding tension, it can sometimes linger or trigger symptoms.
This month I’ll be exploring the connection between dental work and prolonged jaw pain in more depth in my newsletter.
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