Smiling woman holding her jaw after TMJ massage for jaw pain relief in Surrey, BC

TMJ & Buccal Massage

TMJ (Buccal & Facial) Massage

Jaw pain, clicking, clenching and tension headaches often start in the small muscles of the jaw and face, which a regular massage doesn’t reach. Our TMJ massage is a focused 60-minute registered massage therapy treatment for the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the muscles that move it. It covers the jaw, face, neck and head and, when appropriate, includes intraoral (buccal) work inside the mouth.

For bookings, please book under either Venetia Breen or Tari Haynes, the registered massage therapists who offer this service.

Registered massage therapist performing TMJ massage on a client's jaw and neck

What Is TMJ Dysfunction?

The TMJ connects your jaw to your skull, and you use it every time you talk, chew or yawn. When the surrounding muscles become overworked, often from clenching, grinding, stress or posture, the joint can become painful or move poorly. Common signs include:

  • Jaw pain or tenderness, especially in the morning

  • Clicking, popping or locking of the jaw

  • Clenching or grinding (bruxism)

  • Tension headaches or pain around the temples

  • Ear fullness or pain with no ear infection

  • Neck and shoulder tension

Anatomy illustration of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connecting the jaw to the skull

Buccal (Intraoral) Massage

Some of the key jaw muscles, like the masseter and the pterygoids, are hard to reach from outside the face. With your consent, your therapist can work on them directly from inside the mouth while wearing medical gloves. Many clients book this treatment specifically for the buccal work. It’s always optional, and your therapist will explain each step and check in with you throughout.

Massage therapist wearing medical gloves performing buccal intraoral jaw massage

What to Expect During Your Session

  1. A short assessment of your jaw movement, posture and symptoms

  2. Massage of the neck, shoulders and upper back to release the tension that feeds into the jaw

  3. Detailed work on the jaw, face, temples and scalp

  4. Intraoral buccal massage, only if you want it

  5. Self-care tips, like stretches and habits to reduce clenching between visits

Therapist's gloved hands massaging the jaw muscles near the ear during a TMJ massage session

Who Can Benefit from TMJ Massage

  • People who clench or grind, including at night

  • Anyone with jaw pain, clicking or limited opening

  • People with frequent tension headaches

  • Clients under high stress who carry tension in their face and jaw

  • People working alongside a dentist’s or orthodontist’s care, such as night guards or braces

Illustration of the jaw and neck muscles, including the masseter and temporalis, that are treated in TMJ massage

Book Your Session Today

60 minutes · $190 + tax

For bookings, please book under either Venetia Breen or Tari Haynes, the RMTs who offer this service.

This treatment can be billed directly to most insurance companies under registered massage therapy.

Book online or call us today to schedule your TMJ massage.

Client relaxing during a facial and jaw massage with a registered massage therapist in Fraser Heights, Surrey

Book With Your Therapist

Venetia and Tari are the registered massage therapists who offer TMJ and buccal massage at Panda Revival Lab. Choose your therapist to see their live availability.

Venetia Breen

Venetia offers TMJ and buccal massage, along with Fascial Stretch Therapy.

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Registered Massage Therapist

Tari Haynes

Registered Massage Therapist

Tari offers TMJ and buccal massage, along with therapeutic hot and cold stone massage.

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TMJ Massage in Fraser Heights, Surrey

Panda Revival Lab provides TMJ and buccal massage at 103-10439 173rd Street in Fraser Heights, just off Highway 17 at the first exit after the Port Mann Bridge, with free parking on site. We’re a short drive from Guildford, Fleetwood, Port Kells, Langley and Walnut Grove, offer early morning, evening and weekend appointments, and direct bill most extended health insurance plans.