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Temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder can cause jaw pain and dysfunction in the jaw joints and the muscles that control their movement.
Recent research suggests that a combination of genes, psychological and life stressors, and how a person perceives pain may play a role in the onset and duration of TMJ-related symptoms. At Ball Family Dental, a thorough exam and discussion about your symptoms help our team confirm a diagnosis and plan the most appropriate TMJ treatment in Killam, AB.

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<ul>
<li>Pain in chewing muscles and/or jaw joints</li>
<li>Pain spreading to the face or neck</li>
<li>Limited movement, stiffness, or a locked jaw</li>
<li>Painful clicking, popping, or grating when opening or closing the mouth</li>
<li>Ringing in the ears or minimal hearing loss</li>
<li>Chronic migraine-type headaches</li>
<li>A change in the way upper and lower teeth fit together</li>
</ul>

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Orthodontic treatment can help reposition misaligned teeth and jaws, thereby reducing the strain on TMJs. If misaligned teeth are an underlying cause, braces or <a href="/invisalign-and-orthodontics/">Invisalign</a> reposition teeth and improve your bite to lessen stress on your TMJs. If an ill-fitting bridge or crown has caused a bite issue, a simple occlusal adjustment may be sufficient to resolve pain and related symptoms.

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For many patients, a customized mouthguard in Killam, AB is an effective TMJ treatment for alleviating both bruxism (teeth grinding/clenching) and related jaw joint symptoms. The guard keeps your teeth apart, thereby preventing the harmful grinding motion.
A mouthguard also helps align your jaw into a more natural position, which results in reduced inflammation and pain. And when your teeth are cushioned and your jaw is at rest, this helps prevent muscle strain, headaches, and other TMJ-related symptoms.

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Because BOTOX reduces muscle activity, it has been used increasingly to treat muscle-related symptoms associated with TMJ dysfunction, such as spasms and myofascial pain. Several studies have shown that BOTOX alleviates masticatory muscle pain, characterized by persistent dull pain or fatigue localized to the jaw and muscles around the TMJs.
When injected into specific jaw muscles, BOTOX temporarily blocks nerve signals that cause muscle contractions. While this treatment helps relax overactive muscles, relieves tension, reduces pain, and improves jaw mobility, the therapeutic effects only last 3–6 months.

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<ul>
<li>Relieve pain and stiffness in the jaw, neck, and shoulders</li>
<li>Alleviate related headaches or migraines</li>
<li>Reduce ear ringing and related discomfort from tinnitus</li>
<li>Restore comfortable eating, speaking, yawning, and other movements</li>
<li>Protect teeth from damage caused by grinding and bite issues</li>
</ul>

The Restorative Benefits of TMJ Treatment

If TMJ symptoms are left untreated, jaw pain can get progressively worse, from being sporadic to a constant negative presence in your life. Migraines or headaches caused by inflamed jaw joints can worsen and also affect nearby muscles.
If TMJ dysfunction continues without treatment, this can lead to jaw joint damage that may require complex oral surgery. The good news is that <a href="/insurance-and-financing/">affordable treatment</a> for painful TMJs in Killam, AB can resolve troubling symptoms and improve your overall quality of life!

TMJ Treatments - Killam, AB

Relax Your Jaw to Sleep Better,
Smile Comfortably, and Live Pain-Free

Experience Relief with Customized and
Gentle Jaw Joint Solutions

The Signs and Symptoms of TMJ Disorders

Schedule Effective TMJ Treatment
to Heal Troublesome Jaw Joints

The Restorative Benefits of TMJ Treatment

Don’t Let Achy Jaw Joints Control
Your Health and Quality of Life

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TMJ Treatments - Killam, AB

Relax Your Jaw to Sleep Better, Smile Comfortably, and Live Pain-Free

Experience Relief with Customized and Gentle Jaw Joint Solutions

The Signs and Symptoms of TMJ Disorders

Schedule Effective TMJ Treatment to Heal Troublesome Jaw Joints

The Restorative Benefits of TMJ Treatment

Don’t Let Achy Jaw Joints Control Your Health and Quality of Life

Relax Your Jaw to Sleep Better,
Smile Comfortably, and Live Pain-Free

Experience Relief with Customized and
Gentle Jaw Joint Solutions

Schedule Effective TMJ Treatment
to Heal Troublesome Jaw Joints

Don’t Let Achy Jaw Joints Control
Your Health and Quality of Life