Approximately 80% of people clench their teeth during sleep. This condition known and bruxism can lead to pain, stiffness and referred pain from the jaw muscles. These jaw muscles can create headaches as well as tooth ache.

Thorough treatment will address the role of the neck and back in relation to jaw symptoms. Soft tissue manipulation, done well, is very effective in alleviating and resolving temperomandibular joint (TMJ) symptoms, tooth pain and restriction.