TMJ Treatment

Expert Relief for Jaw Pain and TMJ Disorder

What is TMJ Disorder?

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your lower jaw to your skull and enables all jaw movement. When this joint or the muscles surrounding it become dysfunctional, it causes chronic pain, headaches, and difficulty with everyday activities like eating and speaking. At Sierra Springs Dental in Airdrie, we provide comprehensive TMJ diagnosis and treatment to restore proper jaw function and bring lasting relief.

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Common Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

TMJ disorder manifests in many ways. If you experience any of these, a professional evaluation can help.

Jaw Pain or Tenderness

Persistent pain or soreness in the jaw joint, especially when chewing, speaking, or opening your mouth wide.

Chronic Headaches

Frequent headaches or migraines, often around the temples, can be a direct result of TMJ dysfunction.

Clicking or Popping Sounds

Audible clicking, popping, or grinding noises when opening or closing your mouth may indicate a displaced disc in the TMJ.

Locked Jaw or Limited Movement

Difficulty opening your mouth fully, or the jaw locking in an open or closed position, signals a TMJ issue.

Ear Pain or Ringing

TMJ disorder can cause ear pain, fullness, or tinnitus due to the joint's close proximity to the ear canal.

Neck and Shoulder Pain

Tension radiating from the jaw to the neck, shoulders, and upper back is often connected to TMJ dysfunction.

Our TMJ Treatment Options

Evidence-based treatments tailored to your specific condition.

Custom Night Guards

A custom-fitted night guard protects teeth from grinding and positions the jaw in a relaxed alignment, reducing TMJ strain while you sleep.

Bite Adjustment Therapy

Carefully reshaping biting surfaces achieves proper alignment and distributes bite forces evenly to relieve pressure on the TMJ.

Physical Therapy & Exercises

Targeted jaw exercises strengthen muscles around the TMJ, improve range of motion, and reduce pain and tension.

Lifestyle & Stress Management

Guidance on stress reduction, dietary adjustments, and habits to avoid that can aggravate TMJ symptoms and prevent recurrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about TMJ disorder and treatment.

Find Relief from Jaw Pain

Do not let TMJ disorder control your daily life. Schedule a consultation at Sierra Springs Dental and take the first step toward lasting relief.

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