Rehab & Recovery · Conditions
TMJ and Jaw Pain Treatment in Burlington
Jaw pain, clicking or difficulty opening your mouth can affect eating, speaking and sleep. Targeted treatment can relieve tension and restore comfortable movement.
Understanding the condition
About TMJ & jaw pain
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects the jaw to the skull. TMJ dysfunction can involve the joint itself, its disc, or the surrounding chewing muscles. Clenching, grinding, stress and neck posture commonly contribute. Treatment focuses on relaxing overactive muscles, improving joint movement and addressing related neck tension, alongside care from your dentist where appropriate.
Common symptoms
- Pain in the jaw, face or in front of the ear
- Clicking, popping or grating when opening the mouth
- Difficulty opening fully or the jaw locking
- Headaches or earaches
- Tension in the face and neck
Common causes
- Teeth clenching or grinding
- Stress and muscle tension
- Forward head posture
- Jaw injury
- Arthritis of the joint
How we treat it
Our approach at Tread Well
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Assessment
We assess jaw movement, the chewing muscles and neck posture to understand your symptoms.
02
Muscle and joint treatment
Massage, gentle mobilization and acupuncture relieve tension in the jaw and surrounding muscles.
03
Self-management
Jaw exercises, posture correction and habit awareness help reduce clenching and flare-ups.
Who treats this condition
These practitioners commonly treat this condition, and your care can be coordinated between them. You may book directly with the practitioner of your choice.
TMJ & Jaw Pain: common questions
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Covered by most extended health plans. Direct billing is available to many major insurers.Billing details
Book an assessment for TMJ & jaw pain
Most new patients prefer to call. Reception can advise which practitioner is best suited to your concern and arrange a suitable time. Online booking is also available if you would prefer to book directly.
3305 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario L7N 3N2