TMJ/Jaw Dysfunction

Do you have a hard time chewing or yawning? Do you feel pain in your jaw? When you open or close your mouth, do you hear a click? If so, you may have a TMJ , or “temporomandibular joint dysfunction.”

The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. TMJ is a disorder that induces pain and stiffness in the jaw joint and its associated muscles. TMJ dysfunction may occur if the joint is injured in some way.

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a complex structure consisting of bones, tendons, and muscles that can cause pain on one or both sides of your jaw. This can make opening your mouth, talking, yawning, and chewing difficult.

Our innovative care strategies at For Health's Sake will help you find quick relief. If you’re tired of coping with the discomfort of TMJ Dysfunction, we can help! Book an appointment with one of our Therapists by clicking here.

If you choose to avoid pain relievers and use a more natural approach and chiropractic care is possibly one of the most effective treatments for TMJ disorder.

At your first appointment with For Health's Sake, a thorough examination of your neck, shoulders, and thoracic spine will be performed to determine whether those structures are causing your symptoms.

Then, depending on the complexity of your symptoms and your unique needs, one of our dedicated Therapists will build a care plan for you.

Our therapists will examine your jaw mobility and relieve muscle tension in the neck and head regions. Our Toronto & Etobicoke therapists aim to regain your normal function and the interaction of your jaw muscles and joints.

Your recovery plan may include a variety of procedures and modalities, such as jaw exercises, soft tissue massage, joint mobilization, myofascial techniques, and/or acupuncture.

What is TMJ?
TMJ refers to dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint — where your jaw connects to your skull. TMJ issues can cause jaw pain, clicking or locking, headaches, ear pain, neck tension, and even dizziness. At For Health’s Sake, we take a collaborative approach to treating TMJ. We have several practitioners — including Acupuncturists, Chiropractors, and Massage Therapists — who are highly trained in addressing TMJ dysfunction and the surrounding structures. There are several reasons why TMJ dysfunction may develop, but misalignment of the teeth, gum chewing, arthritis, teeth grinding, or jaw injury are the most common causes.

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? If so, seeing a Practitioner at For Health’s Sake is a good idea for pain relief.

Symptoms of TMJ Dysfunction include:

• Jaw pain
• Pain when eating or chewing
• Jaw popping
• Headaches
• Sore jaw muscles
• Lockjaw
• Pain in the temples
• Earaches

There is no exact way to diagnose TMJ dysfunction, but our Practitioners will examine your medical history and conduct tests if you think you might be dealing with this disorder.