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[|Human|] I had my first small cavity filling around 5 months ago. Over the last few days my upper jaw has been aching when I chew and eat. The pain is also around my ear and side of my head. My tooth doesnt hurt but its an aching along my jaw. Should I return to my dentist
[|AI|]  Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor. I read your query. You mentioned filling being done in your tooth after which pain started. If pain occurs in side of jaw and only during eating, this can be due to high level of filling. I suggest you go to your dentist and have him check the occlusion level of filling. If there are any high points, he will reduce them and your symptoms will subside. However, if the pain continues after that, it can be due to TMJ problems like clenching of teeth, stress, deep bite, etc. If this is found, You need to wear bite plates to reduce occlusive stress. Reduce stress level. In case of symptoms persists, get x-ray of TMJ done and checked by oral surgeon. Hope the answer helps you. Thank you.