The blame of frequent migraines is mostly false on stress, screen time, or bad posture—but what if the underlying reason is found deep inside your jaw joint?
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) is a misunderstood culprit of chronic migraines and head pressure. If ignored, TMJ dysfunction can hinder daily function, comfort, and mental clarity.
Prof. Dr. Luis Gavin, a TMJ expert and maxillofacial surgeon, believes in addressing the actual medical source of migraines, rather than just covering it with medications.
The TMJ is situated just before your ears and is located adjacent to significant nerves, blood vessels, and pathways that lead to the head and neck.
When this joint becomes inflamed or out of alignment, it can create tension and compression on these structures nearby causing:
Differently from the typical migraine, TMJ migraines often originate in the jaw or face, and are frequently aggravated by chewing, speaking, or clenching the teeth, especially at night.
Pain relief medications or visits with a neurologist can not resolve the mechanical problem with the TMJ. The mechanical problem causing migraine-like symptoms exists in many cases due to joint inflammation, muscle imbalance, or jaw alignment issue.
That’s where medical treatment specifically for TMJ enters.
TMJ arthroscopy is a minimally invasive medical procedure designed to see and treat inflammation pain in the joint. Using a small scope, Prof. Dr. Luis Gavin can directly visualize and correct the joint problems such as:
This technique can help relieve pressure on the joint, restore normal joint function, and relieve pressure from surrounding nerves that can eliminate migraine at the source.
Seeing a regular doctor for a TMJ issue will probably result in temporary relief at best but it’ll never cure the main problem.
Patients need an assessment by a TMJ surgeon, with the knowledge of the complex anatomy of the jaw, head, and neck.
Prof. Dr. Luis Gavin is one of the few experts in the UAE performing medical-grade TMJ arthroscopy and hospital-based therapies with a focus on infection control, advanced diagnostics, and long-term results.
Migraines can be debilitating—and if migraine treatment has proven ineffective, the root of the problem may very well exist within your jaw.
With the appropriate diagnosis and medical treatment, patients can successfully manage or even eliminate TMJ related migraines.
Request a consultation with Prof. Dr. Luis Gavin today to find out if TMJ arthroscopy is a viable option for the migraine relief you have been looking for.