Migraines, could they be caused by my bite?

February 8, 2018 | General Dentistry

Living in Calgary can be challenging for many people due to the frequent and severe migraines caused by the Chinooks. However, not all headaches are migraines. If you suffer from constant, chronic headaches, your bite may be the culprit, as it can cause tension headaches as part of TMJ. Even if you have had braces and straight teeth, your bite may not be in harmony with your head and neck muscles.

This discrepancy can cause muscle fatigue and other symptoms such as neck ache, jaw joint sounds, worn teeth, sensitive teeth, and gum recession. If you suspect that your migraine headaches may be due to your bite and not the Chinooks in Calgary, contact us for an initial free consultation.

Dr. Jennifer Silver

Dr. Jennifer Silver is a highly accomplished dental surgeon with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Melbourne, Australia. Her educational accomplishments include deans honours list, an oral surgery award and best research project. Prior to this degree, she graduated with honors from Dalhousie University’s Dental Hygiene Program and worked in this field for 10 years.

The areas of dentistry that holds special interest for Dr. Silver include oral medicine and whole-body dentistry. She currently devotes time and resources toward helping patients with TMJ pain and sleep apnea, while continuing to provide general dentistry as well.