What Is a Migraine?

Migraines are more than “just a bad headache.” They are a neurological condition that can cause:

• Throbbing pain (usually one-sided)

• Light and/or sound sensitivity

• Nausea or vomiting

• Visual disturbances (auras)

• Neck, face, or jaw pain

 

They can last for hours or days and significantly impact work, sleep, and quality of life.

 

Could Your Jaw Be Making Migraines Worse?

Many people with migraines also have:

• Jaw tension or clenching

• TMJ disorders

• Facial or neck muscle pain

• Clicking or locking of the jaw

 

These muscle-based issues can trigger or worsen migraine attacks, especially when left untreated. That’s where we come in.

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When to See a Specialist

If you experience:

• More than 4 migraines per month

• Jaw or facial tightness along with your migraines

• Headaches that worsen with stress, chewing, or poor sleep

• Limited relief from medications

…it’s time to explore a new approach.

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Migraine Treatment Options

​At Colorado TMJ and Facial Pain, we take a whole-person approach to migraines. For many patients, jaw tension, facial muscle strain, and TMJ issues are hidden contributors to their pain. By treating these underlying problems, we help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines — often without daily medications.​

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We offer targeted, evidence-based care to help reduce migraine episodes — especially when they’re connected to facial or jaw pain.

• Botox for Chronic Migraines
  FDA-approved treatment that calms overactive muscles and prevents migraine attacks before they start.

• Trigger Point Injections
  In-office therapy that relieves muscle knots in the face, jaw, temples, and neck — common migraine trigger zones.

• TMJ Appliances
  Custom-fit oral devices worn during sleep to reduce clenching, ease muscle tension, and protect the jaw.

• Laser Therapy
  A gentle, drug-free option that helps reduce inflammation and muscle-based pain linked to migraine.

• Postural & Lifestyle Support
  We’ll guide you in making small daily changes that reduce jaw strain and support nervous system balance.