Client: Dr. Michael Iott
Copyright 2008 Dr. Michael Iott
Migraine-Like Headaches with TMD
If you suffer from migraines or other headache pain, then you owe it to yourself to be sure that your symptoms are not caused by TMD (temporomandibular joint discomfort). Often, this is the true cause of your discomfort.
Physicians do not know enough about the causes and effects of TMD to be able to determine without a doubt that their patients are truly suffering from migraine symptoms and not from TMD. Unfortunately, many dentists think they can cure the symptoms as well, when in fact they aren't experienced or well trained enough to be able to help their patient. The result is that patients are left to suffer, feeling like there is no hope for curing the excrutiating and often debilitating symptoms that they are suffering.
TMD can manifest itself in a number of ways. One or any combination of the following symptoms can exist:
� Limited jaw movement
� Clicking, popping and locking of the jaw
� Headaches
� Stiff or tight muscles in the jaw
� Ringing and pressure in the ears
� Neck, shoulder and back pain
� Difficulty swallowing
� Insomnia
� Tingling or numbness in the fingers
The key is finding a specialist who recognizes the differences between migraine symptoms and TMD symptoms. Once TMD is determined to be the cause for your pain, that specialist will work with you until your pain is alleviated and your symptoms have disappeared. To speak to a qualified and experienced TMD specialist, do not hesitate to contact the dental offices of Dr. Michael Iott and Associates.