Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can contribute to jaw-related headaches (headache related to TMD). Migraine itself is diagnosed by a physician, and some people have both.
Bruxism places tremendous stress on the jaw muscles, especially the masseter and temporalis. These muscles attach near the temples and cheeks, regions where migraine pain commonly occurs. When these muscles remain tense for long periods, they overload the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for transmitting facial and head pain.
This constant muscle tension can lower the threshold for migraine attacks, making the brain more sensitive to triggers such as stress, bright light, certain foods, or poor sleep.
Patients with bruxism often experience morning headaches, jaw soreness, ear pressure, or aching teeth—symptoms frequently mistaken for migraine origins.
Addressing bruxism is a crucial part of long-term migraine headache care. A dentist trained in TMD and craniofacial pain can evaluate bite alignment, muscle patterns, and nighttime clenching to determine the right treatment.
If you experience persistent headaches and suspect grinding may play a role, a dental evaluation can uncover hidden triggers and provide targeted solutions to break the cycle of pain.
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Treatment for migraine is offered only for migraine diagnosed by a physician, in coordination with the patient’s physician. Learn how we assess teeth grinding, jaw pain and TMD in Burlington.