Migraine Surgery in San Diego

Name: Migraine Surgery
Brand: FACES+
Rating: 4.6 (92 reviews)

Experience life-changing migraine relief through a specialized migraine surgery.

What is Migraine Surgery?

Migraine surgery is a specialized procedure designed to provide relief for patients who suffer from chronic migraines and have not responded to conventional therapies. This surgical intervention targets specific nerve branches responsible for triggering migraine pain, helping to reduce the frequency, duration, and intensity of migraines. In many cases, patients experience complete relief from their migraines. At FACES+, Dr. Steven R. Cohen employs advanced techniques to perform minimally invasive migraine surgery in San Diego, offering hope and improved quality of life to those burdened by chronic migraine pain.

Advanced Treatments Candidacy Procedure Recovery What Can Migraine Surgery Treat? Why Choose FACES+?

Advanced Treatments for Migraines in San Diego

Migraine headaches have traditionally been treated with behavioral and pharmacologic therapies, but for some patients, these methods prove insufficient. For those who remain unresponsive to such treatments, migraine surgery offers a promising alternative. Dr. Cohen’s expertise in this field allows him to effectively target the nerve branches responsible for migraines, providing patients with lasting relief. This procedure is also an excellent solution for patients who rely on Botox for symptom management but seek a longer-lasting procedure.

Who is a Candidate?

Candidates for migraine surgery are typically referred to FACES+ by their Primary Care Physician, Neurologist, or Pain Specialist. Potential candidates are carefully evaluated based on their medical history, symptoms, and response to other therapies. Dr. Cohen and his team will review your migraine log or diary and ask you to answer detailed questionnaires to determine if surgery is appropriate. Ideal candidates for migraine surgery in San Diego with Dr. Cohen are those who have exhausted alternative treatments and are seeking a definitive solution to their migraine pain.

What is the Procedure?

Migraine surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that targets the specific nerve branches identified as migraine trigger points. The surgery is performed through small incisions hidden within the hair-bearing scalp or upper eyelid, ensuring that any scarring is minimal and discreet. During the procedure, Dr. Cohen carefully explores the nerve branch responsible for the symptoms and surgically releases it to deactivate the trigger point. Depending on the location of the trigger point and the patient’s medical condition, the surgery may be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. The procedure typically takes one to two hours, depending on the number of trigger sites, and is performed on an outpatient basis.

What Is the Recovery Time After Migraine Surgery?

After migraine surgery, most patients can return home the same day. Recovery time varies depending on the location and number of triggers treated, but patients can generally expect slight bruising and swelling, which usually subside within one to two weeks. Most patients can return to work and normal activities within about one week. You will receive detailed aftercare instructions, and our team is available to speak with you about any questions or concerns. We will monitor your progress with follow-up appointments and calls. Most incisions are hidden within the scalp or upper eyelid, making them virtually invisible once healed.

What Can Migraine Surgery Treat?

Chronic Migraines: Provides relief for patients suffering from frequent, severe migraines that have not responded to other treatments.
Dependence on Botox: Offers more long-lasting patients who rely on Botox for migraine relief.
Specific Trigger Points: Targets and deactivates specific nerve branches identified as migraine triggers.
Reduced Migraine Frequency: Significantly decreases the frequency of migraine attacks.
Lessened Migraine Intensity: Reduces the severity and duration of migraines, improving the patient’s overall quality of life.

Why Choose Us?

Dr. Steven R. Cohen is recognized as one of the Top Plastic Surgeons in America, listed as #8 in the US by Newsweek. His expertise extends beyond traditional surgery, as he is also an inventor, artist, and a leading world authority in regenerative medicine. At FACES+, Dr. Cohen’s philosophy of care is rooted in the belief that surgery should be undetectable. He meticulously assesses each patient to deliver treatments that are as much an art as they are a science.

Dr. Cohen’s innovative techniques and pioneering approaches have set new standards in facial plastic surgery, earning him a reputation as one of the best facelift surgeons in the world. At FACES+, he leads a team of experts who provide top-level services in both facial and body aesthetics. Whether addressing migraines or aesthetic or structural enhancements, Dr. Cohen’s work is characterized by world-class surgical techniques.