jaw pain one side - #19225

For the past few weeks, I have been dealing with jaw pain one side, and I can't figure out what’s causing it. At first, it was just a mild discomfort on the right side of my jaw, which I only felt while chewing hard foods. But over time, the pain has become more persistent, and now, I feel it even when I’m not eating. Some days, it’s a dull ache, while other times, it turns into a sharp pain that radiates toward my ear and even my temple. I also noticed that whenever I open my mouth wide, my jaw makes a clicking sound. It’s not painful every time, but I can feel some stiffness in the joint, especially in the mornings or if I chew for a long time. Could this be a problem with my temporomandibular joint (TMJ)? If so, does Ayurveda offer treatments for TMJ disorders? Are there specific herbs or oils that help reduce inflammation in the jaw? Another thing that concerns me is that I’ve been getting headaches more frequently, and they always seem to start on the same side as my jaw pain one side. I read that tension in the jaw can lead to headaches—if that’s true, what Ayurvedic treatments can help relax the muscles and reduce both jaw pain and headaches at the same time? I also have a habit of clenching my teeth, especially when I’m stressed. I wasn’t even aware of it until someone pointed it out to me. Could my stress and jaw clenching be the reason for my jaw pain one side? Does Ayurveda suggest any herbs, meditation techniques, or dietary changes to help with jaw tension and stress relief? Apart from stress, I’m wondering if my diet is making this worse. I eat a lot of crunchy foods like nuts, raw vegetables, and chewy snacks, and I often chew gum throughout the day. Could excessive chewing contribute to jaw pain one side? Should I change my eating habits to include softer foods for a while? I’m trying to avoid painkillers or muscle relaxants because I don’t want to just mask the pain—I want to find the root cause and treat it naturally. What are the best Ayurvedic treatments, herbal remedies, or exercises that can help relieve jaw pain one side and prevent it from coming back? I’d really appreciate expert advice on how to manage this issue naturally.