{"id":164,"date":"2026-01-22T23:09:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T23:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/blog\/?p=164"},"modified":"2026-01-22T23:09:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T23:09:52","slug":"tmj-connection-migraines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/blog\/?p=164","title":{"rendered":"The Surprising Connection Between TMJ Disorder and Migraines"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Woman rubbing her aching jaw and looking uncomfortable \" class=\"wp-image-165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image.png 528w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you get frequent migraines, you\u2019ve probably heard it all before. \u201cJust relax and do some yoga!\u201d \u201cMaybe you need to drink more water?\u201d \u201cLet\u2019s switch to a different medication and see if that helps.\u201d Nothing seems to work. Migraines are a complex medical problem made even more complicated by the fact they can have many different causes. One that often gets overlooked, however, is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/tmj-therapy.html\">TMJ disorder<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t get to the bottom of your migraines, keep reading. Your dentist in Portland might just be able to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is TMJ Disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTMJ\u201d is short for the temporomandibular joint, a hinge-like part of your jawbone that enables you to open and close your mouth. So a TMJ disorder simply means something\u2019s not quite right with your TMJ. More often than not, this \u201csomething\u201d is immense physical strain or a crooked bite. Bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching) and malocclusion (an uneven chewing surface) exert pressure on the TMJ that leads to symptoms like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaw pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Popping or clicking while eating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facial soreness or stiffness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Muscle tension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does TMJ Disorder Cause Migraines?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of the TMJ\u2019s position along the jawbone, it easily transfers excess physical stress to the bone and nearby muscles. The nerves in your face are so closely connected that the resulting pain and tension can spread to your head, neck, shoulders, and even your ears. While experts aren\u2019t entirely sure how this triggers migraines specifically, there\u2019s certainly a strong association. Those who experience more than 15 migraines a month are three times more likely to have a TMJ disorder!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating Complex Problems with Advanced Technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a TMJ disorder is causing your migraines, then treating the condition would certainly provide relief. Just like migraines, TMJ disorder is a complex problem. Fortunately, your dentist in Portland can use advanced technology to treat TMJ disorders with a high degree of precision!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With computerized occlusal analysis and electromyography (EMGs), a skilled TMJ dentist can see exactly how your teeth come together when you bite down. They can then use this information to create a computer-guided treatment (known as Disclusion Time Reduction, or DTR) that will make small adjustments to your teeth. This will essentially even out your chewing surface, taking pressure off your TMJ and relieving your migraines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re not alone when it comes to finding an effective treatment for your migraines. Get in touch with your TMJ dentist today and see how they can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/meet-dr-teasdale.html\">Dr. Russell Teasdale<\/a> is uniquely qualified to address migraines with TMJ treatment, having over 40 years of experience in the field and keeping the office equipped with the latest dental technology. He\u2019s also a proud Fellow of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, and is involved with the VIVOS institute and Spear Education. To Dr. Teasdale, every patient\u2019s situation is unique. Rest assured, he\u2019ll work closely with you to create a fully personalized TMJ treatment plan! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evolutiondentalpdx.com\/contact.html\">contact his office<\/a> and schedule an appointment, call 503-974-3829.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you get frequent migraines, you\u2019ve probably heard it all before. \u201cJust relax and do some yoga!\u201d \u201cMaybe you need to drink more water?\u201d \u201cLet\u2019s switch to a different medication and see if that helps.\u201d Nothing seems to work. 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