But I also have pain in my
jaw at random times that is true TMJ
pain. I also have a sinus infection, which makes my
jaw hurt too!
3. The tooth doesn't hurt spontaneously, but it's so close to my jaw, I'm paranoid that I'm mistaking a dying nerve for TMJ. Would a dying nerve react positively to heat or ice on the outside of the face? I use a heat pack or ice pack on my jaw and that takes the pain away.