TMJ Treatment in Mississauga, ON

Temporomandibular disorder symptoms are variable, and most of them bring mild discomfort. A few patients with TMJ disorder will have symptoms that slowly degenerate to become crippling chronic pain and restrict jaw movement.

At Goreway Dental Centre, we know that understanding the cause of TMD can help establish an effective and tailored treatment plan. We also know a connection exists between TMJ and sleep-disordered breathing or sleep apnea. Our TMJ dentist near you will analyze the symptoms of TMJ and any possible connection with sleep apnea and provide appropriate treatment.

Symptoms of TMJ

Patients with TMJ disorder show various symptoms, including:

• Restricted movement of the mouth, such as opening the mouth wide and moving it side-to-side
• Soreness or pain within the check areas that present as jaw muscle tenderness
• Clicking, grating, or popping noise within the jaws
• Pain on the head, face, and neck
• Frequent headaches around the temple areas
• Locking up of the jaws
• Difficulty chewing
• Ringing or buzzing in the ears
• Uncomfortable bite position
• Deep pain within the jaw itself

Many patients visiting our dental office near you have TMJ symptoms, such as tender jaw, facial, and neck muscles associated with the temporomandibular joint (TMD). Most of these patients can get TMJ relief through our TMD therapy and restorative treatments. A small number is likely to require surgical interventions.

Treatment of TMJ Disorder at Goreway Dental Centre

Initially, we consider TMJ pain treatment options such as resting the joints, changing to a soft diet, using medication that helps stabilize the joints, or using custom-adjusted orthotic appliances to help redistribute the stresses exerted on the joints and the muscle system.

Additionally, we suggest a therapeutic massage along with the bite-correcting orthotic appliance. We may also custom-fit mouthguards to help in reducing teeth grinding. Restorative dental procedures like replacing missing teeth, wearing braces, or applying dental crowns can help relieve jaw pain.

Every TMJ patient is unique, so we devise a treatment plan after an in-depth evaluation of individual cases of TMJ disorder. Contact Goreway Dental Centre today for TMJ treatment in Mississauga, ON.