If your migraines are "tension-type" headaches caused by bruxism (clenching) or a misaligned bite, then yes. By realigning the jaw and relaxing the masticatory muscles, we can often significantly reduce or eliminate headaches that have not responded to traditional medical treatments.
A standard nightguard simply protects your teeth from wearing down. A specialist TMJ orthotic is a precision medical device designed to reposition your jaw. It is calibrated to your specific neuromuscular path to actually heal the joint, rather than just buffering the grind.
Our goal is a permanent mechanical solution. While Phase 1 (orthotic therapy) manages the symptoms, Phase 2 (restorative alignment) is designed to keep your jaw in a healthy position for life, preventing the return of chronic pain.
Stress is a "trigger" that increases clenching, but the pain usually occurs because your teeth don't fit together perfectly. We treat the physical misalignment so that even during stressful times, your jaw remains in a stable, relaxed position.
