MIGRANES and HEADACHES: TMJ, a HIGHLY OVERLOOKED POSSIBILITYThere are numerous articles written everyday about
Migrane Headaches, such as the one that follows this article. So many times, every single medical connection is mentioned along with possible issues. The vast majority of all articles leave out the possibility of TMJ being the problem.
Amazingly, having a special interest in
TMJ treatment for over 15 years, we see patients who have been to at least 4 specialists in medicine for migraines to no avail. This is not to discredit the medical profession as many professionals are aware that TMJ problems can cause migranes and other maladies, many others are not and the patients are the ones that suffer.
The article below, is a classic example of a typical migrane article that has no mention of TMJ as a possible causitive factor. Our practice sees many TMJ patients a week and most have seen several professionals as well. I do feel that seeing the medical professionals first is excellent as ruling out major medical issues is essential.
By LESLEY ALDERMAN
Published: January 29, 2010
MIGRAINES may be right up there with root canals and childbirth as one of life’s more painful experiences. But unlike childbirth or dental surgery — the pain of which can be dulled with standard medications — migraines are notoriously tricky to treat.
If you have been unable to resolve your headaches or migraines after seeking medical assistance, consider seeking the care of a neuromuscular dentist who has special interest TMJ and headaches.
Please feel free to call Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF, a Houston dentist with special interest in TMJ, if you have any questions or concerns about TMJ, 71-668-2289
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