Reviewed by Dr. Jared Nabeta, General Dentist (DDS)
Migraine is more than “frequent headaches.” It is a defined neurological condition that affects millions of people and significantly impacts quality of life. Migraine is diagnosed when a person experiences 15 or more headache days per month, with at least 8 of those days meeting criteria for migraine headache symptoms, for longer than three months.
Anxiety about the next attack often becomes as disruptive as the pain itself.
Clinical trials have demonstrated significant reductions in headache days and migraine-related disability when administered every 12 weeks.
Migraine is often described as involving central sensitization, meaning the nervous system becomes increasingly reactive over time. Lifestyle management also plays a role. Regular sleep, consistent meals, hydration, and stress management help stabilize the migraine threshold.
If you are experiencing headaches more than half the month, it may be time to move beyond acute migraine remedies and consider a structured migraine treatment plan.
Patients in Burlington, Ontario experiencing 15 or more headache days per month may qualify for advanced migraine treatment options.
To book a consultation, call Nabeta Dentistry at (905) 639-6701 or request an appointment online at NabetaDentistry.com/appointment-request. Dr. Jared Nabeta, General Dentist, assesses jaw pain and TMD, including headache related to TMD. Treatment for migraine is offered only for migraine diagnosed by a physician, alongside the patient’s physician.