TMJ | The Children's Dental Centre

Get Relief from Jaw Pain

Smiling, swallowing, chewing, and yawning shouldn’t cause you pain and discomfort. If it does, you may experience the symptoms of TMJ disorder.

The good news is there is treatment available to help you get back to living life comfortably. Our team can assess your symptoms, determine the cause, and recommend treatment options for you.

Get relief today! Visit us for a detailed exam.

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What Is TMJ Disorder?

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull. This joint functions as a sliding hinge, allowing your mouth to open, close, and move side to side. When the joint isn’t functioning correctly, it can result in TMJ disorders (TMD).

TMD can create pain in your jaw and surrounding muscles, which can be caused by stress or other factors, including:

Arthritis
Injury
Genetics
Teeth grinding
Teeth clenching

Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

The symptoms of TMJ disorder can range from mild to severe and affect the comfort of your day-to-day life. These symptoms include:

Jaw pain or tenderness
Trouble opening and closing your mouth
Headaches
Neck pain
Clicking, grinding, or popping when chewing

TMJ Treatment

Determining the cause of your TMJ pain or discomfort can help us create a strategy to alleviate your symptoms. Your dentist can recommend proper treatment for you by performing a detailed exam and taking X-rays.

Treatments can include:

Relaxation techniques
Gentle massage and stretching
Avoiding hard or sticky foods
Botox injections
Correcting your bite through orthodontics
Medication for inflammation and pain
Wearing a nightguard or bite plate to help your jaw joints relax

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Our Location

Dr. Masse and her team are available even when their office is closed. You can reach us by calling the emergency number 647-613-5437 at any time. Urgent dental issues typically include recent injuries to the mouth and/or teeth, tooth pain, swollen face from a tooth infection, fractured teeth or post-surgical inquiries. It is helpful to have photos of the dental issue, so you may want to take a few pictures with your phone and have them ready to send to us before calling. We know it’s not always easy to get a photograph, but just try your best.