If jaw pain, headaches or clicking sounds are wearing you down, you are not alone. At Dental Arts Toronto, we provide TMJ treatment in Toronto for patients dealing with jaw pain, facial pain, ear pain and nighttime grinding. With clinics in both Uptown and Downtown Toronto, expert relief is close to home or work.
What Is TMJ Disorder?
Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your lower jaw to your skull. You use it every time you chew, speak or yawn. When this joint or the muscles around it become strained, the result is a TMJ disorder. Common signs include jaw and facial pain, clicking or popping, headaches, worn teeth, ear pain and a jaw that feels stiff or locked.
Our Approach to TMJ Treatment in Toronto
There is no single fix for TMJ pain, so we tailor care to each patient. After a full exam, your dentist may recommend one or more of the options below.
- Management of jaw and facial pain. We identify the source of your pain and build a plan to calm it.
- TMJ deprogramming and repositioning. Special appliances relax overworked muscles and guide your jaw into a more comfortable position.
- Botox for muscle relaxation. Targeted injections ease tense jaw muscles and reduce clenching.
- Myofunctional appliance therapy. Custom appliances retrain the muscles and habits that strain the joint.
- Elimination of nighttime grinding. Custom night guards protect your teeth and let your jaw rest while you sleep.
- Relief of ear pain of TMJ origin. Many earaches actually start in the jaw, and treating the joint often resolves them.
Where We Offer TMJ Treatment in Toronto
You can access care at either of our two clinics.
- Downtown, Dental Arts At Front: 350 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3W7 | (416) 551-4401
- Uptown, Dental Arts at Lawrence: 485 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, ON M5M 1C6 | (416) 703-5244
Frequently Asked Questions About TMJ
What causes TMJ pain?
Common causes include teeth grinding, clenching, stress, arthritis, jaw injury and bite problems. Often, several factors act together. Because of this, a careful exam matters. Once we find the cause, we can treat the source rather than just the symptoms.
Can Botox really help my jaw pain?
Yes, for many patients it can. Botox relaxes the overactive muscles that drive clenching and tension headaches. Relief usually appears within days and can last for months. It also pairs well with appliance therapy for longer term results.
Why does my ear hurt if the problem is my jaw?
The TMJ sits right in front of your ear canal. As a result, a strained joint can cause earaches, fullness or ringing with no ear infection at all. If your doctor has ruled out ear problems, your jaw may be the true source.
How do I stop grinding my teeth at night?
Nighttime grinding is hard to control on your own because it happens while you sleep. However, a custom night guard protects your teeth right away. From there, deprogramming appliances and Botox can reduce the grinding itself over time.
Book Your TMJ Consultation Today
You do not have to live with daily jaw pain. Contact Dental Arts Toronto to book TMJ treatment in Toronto at our Uptown or Downtown clinic. Our team will assess your jaw, explain your options in plain language and build a plan that fits your life.