Additional Care

TMJ / TMD Therapy in St. Albert, AB

Overview

Relief for Jaw Pain
and Beyond.

At Riverside Landing Dental in St. Albert, our dentists provide comprehensive, individualized care for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction — also called TMD. This common condition affects the joints and muscles connecting your jaw to your skull, causing jaw pain, clicking, chronic headaches, and tension that often goes undiagnosed for years. Our team evaluates your symptoms, jaw function, and bite alignment to build a treatment plan focused on real, lasting relief.

Our approach to TMJ therapy is comprehensive and individualized. We evaluate your symptoms, jaw function, and bite alignment, then develop a customized treatment plan. Depending on your situation, this may involve oral appliances, bite adjustments, or coordinated care with physiotherapists, chiropractors, or massage therapists.

Common TMJ Symptoms

Jaw pain or soreness, especially in the morning
Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds when opening the mouth
Difficulty or pain when chewing
Chronic headaches or temple pain
Neck and shoulder tension or pain
Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Ear pain or a feeling of fullness in the ears
Teeth grinding or clenching during sleep
Limited range of jaw movement
Facial fatigue

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Same-day emergency appointments available. New patients always welcome — no referral needed.

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Office Hours

Mon / Tue / Thu12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Wed / Fri9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

SundayClosed

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FAQ

Common
Questions

TMJ can be caused by jaw injury, arthritis, teeth grinding, poor bite alignment, stress-related clenching, or structural issues with the joint itself. Often it's a combination of factors.

At Riverside Landing Dental, treatment is tailored to each patient. Options include custom oral appliances (splints), bite adjustment, physical therapy referrals, anti-inflammatory treatment, and lifestyle modifications. Where appropriate, we coordinate care with physiotherapists, chiropractors, or massage therapists.

A splint can significantly reduce symptoms by relieving pressure on the joint and breaking the cycle of clenching. For many patients, it's a key part of long-term management.

This varies widely depending on severity. Some patients experience relief within weeks of starting appliance therapy at Riverside Landing Dental; others require longer-term management. We reassess regularly and adjust your plan as your symptoms improve.

New Patients Welcome