TMJ Treatment in The Annex, Toronto
At Smyl Dentistry, we offer comprehensive TMJ treatment to help you find relief from jaw pain, tension headaches, and related discomfort. As your trusted dentist, our team provides personalized care tailored to your needs.
Our Approach to TMJ Treatment in The Annex, Toronto
Personalized Diagnosis
Before we can recommend proper treatment, we need a clear picture of your jaw joint and bite alignment. We’ll perform a bite analysis and jaw movement evaluation, along with digital imaging, to gain a clear understanding of your jaw joint.
The diagnostic process is an essential step to treating TMJ disorder, as it allows us to pinpoint the cause of your symptoms.
Custom Treatment Options
Based on our findings during your diagnosis, we’ll recommend treatments to alleviate your symptoms. Some treatments we provide include:
- Nightguards or splints: Made custom, a nightguard or splint protects your teeth from damage due to clenching or grinding during sleep. They are also designed to reduce pressure on the TMJ by holding your jaw in a more relaxed position.
- Bite correction: If your TMJ issues are caused by bite misalignment, we may recommend orthodontic treatment. By adjusting your bite alignment, we can relieve unnecessary stress on the jaw joint and reduce your TMD symptoms.
- Lifestyle & stress management guidance: If chronic stress and tension are causing your TMJ issues, we’ll recommend relaxation and awareness techniques that help you reduce clenching and grinding. We’ll teach you some stretching exercises for the jaw joint and may recommend hot or cold compresses to ease tense muscles.
Effective treatment relies on understanding the root cause of your TMJ issues. If you’re experiencing signs of TMJ, book an appointment with us for an in-depth analysis and comprehensive treatment options.
Why Choose Smyl Dentistry for TMJ Treatment?
Dr. Grant Yiu, a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), has been caring for Torontonians’ teeth for over 20 years. He and our team are dedicated to providing care and knowledge to all our patients. When you choose Smyl Dentistry for your TMJ treatment, we’ll guide you through every step of the process.
We’ll begin your treatment with a thorough diagnostic exam. We’ll explain each step and go through the results with you. Ask as many questions as you need; we’re happy to answer them. Once we understand the cause of your discomfort, we’ll provide treatment options that target the root of the problem.
Our office is easily accessible from downtown Toronto. We’re conveniently located on Bloor Street, one block from the Bathurst subway station, and street parking is available.
What Is TMJ Disorder? Understanding TMJ and TMD
TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint—the joint that connects your jaw to your skull and allows your mouth to open and close. If you place your fingers just in front of your ears, then open your mouth, you can feel your TMJ move.TMJ disorder, or TMD, occurs when you have a problem with how this joint and the surrounding muscles are working. Causes of TMD include stress, injury, genetics, bite misalignment, or diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
Signs You May Need TMJ Treatment
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, please contact us to schedule an appointment. Our team will assess your jaw and recommend treatment options to help relieve your pain and discomfort.
- Struggling to open or close your mouth
- Jaw clicking or popping
- Tender jaw muscles
- Facial pain or tension
- Headaches, neck pain, or migraines
- Difficulty chewing or jaw locking
FAQs About TMJ Treatment
If you’re experiencing tender or sore muscles in your jaw, face, and neck, chronic headaches or migraines, difficulty chewing, or jaw clicking, popping, or locking, then you might be suffering from TMD.
To get an accurate diagnosis and find relief, book an appointment with us. Our team is trained in TMD diagnosis and management and can work with you to alleviate your pain.
If your headaches are caused by TMJ disorder, then TMJ treatment can help you find relief.
To get an accurate diagnosis of TMJ disorder and determine if TMD is contributing to your headaches, book an appointment with us.
TMJ treatment is generally not covered by OHIP. If you have an extended health plan, your TMJ treatment might be covered by insurance. Please contact us for more information regarding your specific provider and treatment plan.
Book a Consultation for TMJ Treatment in The Annex, Toronto
Don’t let jaw pain or tension disrupt your life. Contact Smyl Dentistry today to schedule your TMJ consultation with a dentist in The Annex, Toronto.
We’re here to help you smile comfortably again.
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- 608 Bloor Street W
- TORONTO, ON M6G 1K4
- Phone: 416-531-2761
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