cheekbone pain – MySymptom

Why do I get a sudden sharp pain in my left cheek bone when chewing?

1. Introduction A sudden, sharp pain in the cheekbone during chewing is frequently caused by temporomandibular joint dysfunction or a severe spasm of the masseter and pterygoid muscles, which are directly attached to the zygomatic arch. When these powerful masticatory muscles become hypertonic, or the joint disc displaces during jaw movement, the mechanical force of … Read more

What does a constant dull ache in the cheekbones mean?

1. Introduction A constant dull ache in the cheekbones most often indicates an inflammatory or mechanical issue within the midface structures, such as maxillary sinusitis, temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or myofascial pain originating from the masticatory muscles. Because the cheek area is an anatomical crossroads housing sinuses, dental roots, major nerves, and powerful chewing muscles, pain … Read more