Can Jaw Pain Trigger Migraine? Understanding TMD

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is more than just jaw pain—it can play a surprising role in migraine and head pain. In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore how structural jaw issues might contribute to migraine attacks. They break down: - The difference between TMJ and TMD - How TMD can trigger or worsen migraine through the trigeminal nerve - Common symptoms and warning signs to watch for - Which providers treat TMD—and when surgery might be considered - How treatments like mouth guards and Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) can help If you’ve ever wondered whether jaw tension, grinding, or clenching could be affecting your migraine, this episode offers clarity and guidance from a clinical expert.