Pain in Your Jaw, Cheek or Teeth — But It’s Not Dental? It Could Be Trigeminal Neuralgia

If you’ve ever felt electric shock-like pain in your jaw, cheek, or teeth — and your dentist says everything looks fine — you’re not alone. In this episode, neurosurgeon Dr. Sheri Palejwala explains how these mysterious symptoms could point to trigeminal neuralgia, a nerve disorder that’s often misdiagnosed. Learn how to spot the signs, what questions to ask your doctor, and how new treatments are helping patients finally find relief.