Find Relief From Headaches in Reno
If you are a resident of Reno or the surrounding area and are experiencing migraine headaches, a frequent headache, neck pain or jaw pain, you may be suffering from TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder). These maladies (migraine headaches, headache, jaw and neck pain, etc) can arise from imbalanced forces within the complex forces and components of the jaw. Reno headache relief dentist Dr. Sykes and our team have the technology and training to determine if your pain stems from TMJ issues and, more importantly, solve the issue, give you relief from headaches and help you get back to a pain-free lifestyle.
Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches can be so serious they they are literally debilitating. Sound and light-sensitivity, nausea and vomiting may accompany migraine headaches and normal day-to-day activities may trigger a violent migraine. People who suffer from migraine headaches know just how serious the issue is and are nothing short of thrilled when they discover that modern dentistry and technological advancements have developed away to identify, diagnose and treat the root causes of migraines and provide relief from headaches… permanently.
Headache Pain
First, the brain has no pain sensors and can therefore detect no pain. The surrounding tissue, muscles, ligaments, mucous membranes, veins, arteries, nerves, etc. do detect and register pain. Because so many of these sensitive tissues are located in and around the head, there are many factors that can and do lead to a headache. Reno headache relief dentist Dr. Shane Sykes is trained in identifying the affected tissues and effectively treating the concern area in order to eliminate the causes for our patients headache problems.
Get Relief from Headaches in Reno!
The TruDenta system enables Dr. Sykes to address and solve the root cause of your migraine and headache symptoms. There really is hope. You can be free of migraine headaches, headache, neck pain, jaw pain and the numerous other TMD related symptoms that interrupt your life. Don’t suffer any longer! There’s a bright new future for you that is headache and migraine free.
Schedule a Consultation to Get Help for TMJD in Reno!
If you live, work or want to travel to the Reno, Spanish Springs, and Sparks NV area and need relief from headaches, call and schedule a visit with our Reno dentist today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do TMJ headaches differ from tension headaches?
TMJ headaches often occur alongside jaw discomfort, facial pressure, or clicking sounds when moving the jaw. Tension headaches usually involve muscle tightness in the head or neck without jaw-related symptoms.
Can chewing habits affect TMJ headaches?
Yes. Frequently chewing gum, eating very hard foods, or chewing on one side of the mouth can place extra stress on the jaw joint and contribute to headaches.
Can TMJ headaches cause ear discomfort?
Yes. The jaw joint sits close to the ear canal, so inflammation in the TMJ area can cause ear pain, pressure, or ringing sensations.
Why do TMJ headaches often appear in the temples?
The jaw muscles connect near the temples, so tension or inflammation in these muscles can cause pain that radiates to the sides of the head.
Can jaw clenching during the day cause headaches?
Yes. Many people clench their jaws when concentrating or feeling stressed. This constant muscle tension can trigger headaches and jaw soreness.
Do TMJ headaches worsen when opening or closing the mouth?
Yes. Some patients notice that headaches become more intense while chewing, talking, or opening their mouths widely because these movements engage the jaw joint.
