Why Ear Pain Happens After Wisdom Extraction It’s common for patients to notice ear pain from wisdom teeth removal following dental surgery. Although the extraction occurs in the mouth, the pain can radiate toward the ear due to the close connection between nerves, muscles, and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Patients often describe this discomfort as a dull ache, pressure, or throbbing that can make talking, chewing, or lying...