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TMJ & Jaw Pain Treatment in South Surrey

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull, and when it's irritated, everyday things — chewing, yawning, talking — become painful.

What it is

Understanding tmj & jaw pain treatment

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull, and when it's irritated, everyday things — chewing, yawning, talking — become painful. Jaw problems rarely travel alone: neck posture, clenching, and stress are usually part of the picture.

Common symptoms

  • Jaw pain with chewing or wide opening
  • Clicking, popping, or a jaw that catches or locks
  • Pain around the ear or temple
  • Morning jaw tightness from overnight clenching
  • Headaches alongside jaw symptoms

Common causes

  • Clenching and grinding (often stress-related)
  • Neck posture feeding jaw muscle tension
  • Joint disc irritation within the TMJ
  • Dental changes or prolonged dental work
  • Direct injury to the jaw

How we treat it

Our approach at Mvmt Theory

Treatment combines hands-on work for the jaw and upper neck, specific exercises to restore smooth jaw movement, and practical strategies for clenching habits. If a night splint would help, we coordinate with your dentist — jaw problems respond best when the dental and movement sides work together.

This page is general information, not a diagnosis. A one-on-one assessment is the right way to find out what's going on with your body.

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