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Many patients with headaches and facial pain are being diagnosed with TMJ syndrome or temporo-mandibular joint disorder. While people who clench or grind their teeth in sleep may have a disorder of the TM joint, it is often the result of stress and muscle tension.
TMJ syndrome often coexists with migraines and tension headaches due to this common trigger. We find that treating the underlying tension with biofeedback, regular aerobic exercise and at times medications relieves all symptoms. Botox injections into the jaw muscles are also highly effective.
There are other causes of TMJ syndrome, such as arthritis, trauma, misaligned lower jaw, and Lyme disease.