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The other end of the nerve in the roof of your mouth is behind your forehead, right near the optic nerve. When the temperature difference is too great, blood vessels start to dilate in order to circulate blood and equalize the temperature. The pain alerts you that this is happening. It's a good way for your body to make sure that your core temperature (your mouth is a good reflection of this) isn't dropping too much without you knowing it.
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