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Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) primarily affects the temporomandibular joints (TMJs) - the hinge joints connecting your jawbone to your skull. While PsA doesn't directly affect teeth, jaw pain from PsA can sometimes feel like or be mistaken for a toothache.

About 35% of people with psoriatic arthritis experience jaw-related Show Full Answer

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) primarily affects the temporomandibular joints (TMJs) - the hinge joints connecting your jawbone to your skull. While PsA doesn't directly affect teeth, jaw pain from PsA can sometimes feel like or be mistaken for a toothache.

About 35% of people with psoriatic arthritis experience jaw-related symptoms. The pain can make everyday activities like eating, talking, and even brushing teeth difficult and uncomfortable. Common jaw-related symptoms include:
• Pain in front of or at the top of the ear
• Pain in the back part of the jaw
• Pain in the cheek area
• Swelling that makes it hard to open/close mouth
• Difficulty chewing
• Problems with basic oral hygiene due to jaw pain

If you experience jaw pain, it's important to seek medical advice immediately from your rheumatologist or dentist to prevent long-term complications and get appropriate treatment.

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How Psoriatic Arthritis Affects the Jaw