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That sounds really uncomfortable, and you're definitely not alone in experiencing oral pain with fibromyalgia! Many MyFibroTeam members have shared similar experiences with dental, facial, and jaw pain — sometimes even being caught off guard by how widespread it can feel.

Fibromyalgia is strongly linked to Show Full Answer

That sounds really uncomfortable, and you're definitely not alone in experiencing oral pain with fibromyalgia! Many MyFibroTeam members have shared similar experiences with dental, facial, and jaw pain — sometimes even being caught off guard by how widespread it can feel.

Fibromyalgia is strongly linked to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), which affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. This could explain why pain from a dental procedure might radiate across a whole side of your mouth or face. A few things worth knowing:

- Tender points in the jaw, cheek muscles, and neck are common with fibromyalgia, making dental work potentially more painful or triggering
- Teeth grinding (bruxism), which is common with fibromyalgia, can worsen jaw pain after dental procedures
- Anxiety, another common fibromyalgia symptom, can increase grinding and make pain feel more intense

It's really important to follow up with your dentist about this pain, especially since it's spreading. Let them know you have fibromyalgia — dentists are becoming more aware of how it affects oral health and can adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

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