Our Pickering dentists diagnose and treat jaw pain or tightness to help relieve your TMD symptoms and address the underlying causes.
What is TMD?
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD) is a disorder of the jaw joints that can cause a host of painful symptoms. This is because your compromised jaw muscles have to work extra hard to do their job.
Causes of TMD
The temporomandibular joint (or TMJ) is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. It lets you move your jaw up and down and side to side so you can talk and eat.
TMD occurs when there are issues with this joint, the most common cause being misalignment of the teeth or jaw. There are also some other factors that may contribute to the disorder, including skull shape, genetics, airway issues or trauma to the jaw.
Treatment of TMD
Once your dentist diagnoses you with TMD, they will provide you with a treatment plan to help relieve your symptoms and address its underlying causes.
If left untreated, TMD can lead to loose teeth and eroded jawbones. If you have symptoms of TMD, please contact our Pickering dentists to make an appointment and get a proper diagnosis.
Signs & Symptoms
TMD disorder can cause a variety of painful symptoms which can worsen during stressful times.
Common symptoms include:
- Headaches and migraines
- Teeth grinding or clenching (usually during sleep)
- Jaw, face and/or neck pain
- Dizziness
- Ringing in the ears
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Dental Hygiene • Crowns • Bridges • Fillings • Dentures • Fluoride Treatment • Root Canals • TMD Treatment • Gum Therapy
Our Pickering dentists are accepting new patients.
Looking for a dentist in Pickering? You're in the right place!
To serve you better, Pickering Smiles has moved to Sheridan Dental
We are committed to delivering the same high standard of dentistry you are accustomed to, all in a comfortable and conveniently located environment.
Effective Friday, May 26th, all existing appointments and new appointments will be at our new location, Sheridan Dental.
We are excited to work alongside the Sheridan Dental team and continue to serve the dental needs of our patients. We look forward to treating you and your family for many years to come.
If you have questions about our relocation prior or your upcoming appointment, please do not hesitate to call the Sheridan Dental office at (905) 839-4486.