Specialized Care for Jaw Tension, Facial Pain & TMJ Discomfort

Charleston TMJ Massage Therapy

Jaw tightness, clenching, headaches, facial tension and neck discomfort can affect everything from eating and sleeping to concentration and everyday comfort. Charleston TMJ Massage Therapy provides focused therapeutic massage designed to address the muscles surrounding the jaw, face, head, neck and shoulders. The goal is simple: reduce muscular tension, improve comfort and help your body move and function more freely.

Trusted by Charleston & Mt. Pleasant patients seeking lasting relief from TMJ pain.

Understanding TMJ

What Is TMJ TMJ/TMD?

The temporomandibular joints, commonly called the TMJs, connect your lower jaw to your skull.

When the muscles and structures surrounding these joints become irritated, tight or overworked, you may experience symptoms commonly associated with temporomandibular disorders, or TMD.

TMJ-focused massage concentrates on the muscular tension and soft-tissue restrictions that may contribute to jaw and facial discomfort.

You may benefit from TMJ-focused massage if you experience:

Massage therapy is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment from your dentist, physician or other healthcare provider. When appropriate, TMJ massage can be used as part of a collaborative approach to care

The Jaw, Neck and Shoulders Are Connected

More Than Just the Jaw

TMJ-focused massage isn’t simply about massaging the area that hurts.

Muscles throughout the jaw, face, head, neck and shoulders work together. Tightness or dysfunction in one area can influence another.

Your session may include focused therapeutic massage to areas such as the:

Jaw • Face • Temples • Scalp • Neck • Shoulders

Treatment is individualized according to your areas of tension, comfort level and goals.

What Happens

What Happens During a TMJ Massage Session?

Every session begins with a conversation about what you’re experiencing.

We’ll discuss your symptoms, areas of muscular tension, history and goals before beginning treatment.

Your session may include therapeutic massage of the jaw, facial muscles, head, neck and shoulders.

When appropriate, intraoral massage may also be used to access specific muscles from inside the mouth that cannot be reached as effectively externally.

Your comfort and consent always come first.

Intraoral massage is performed only with your informed consent.

You may choose not to receive intraoral work, change your mind or ask for the technique to stop at any point during your session.

Meet Your Therapist

Nancy Montgomery

LMT, CSMT

Nancy brings years of specialized training to every session, with a focus on understanding the root causes of jaw pain and creating a personalized path to relief. Her approach combines clinical precision with genuine compassion.

Credentials

Location & Hours

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Your First TMJ Session

Your first appointment gives us an opportunity to look at the bigger picture.

Before treatment begins, we’ll talk about what you’ve been experiencing, where you’re feeling tension and what you hope to improve.

This allows me to develop a massage approach specifically for you rather than providing the same routine to every client.

Your treatment may involve a combination of focused work to the jaw, face, head, neck and shoulders depending on what we find and what feels appropriate for you.

Investment

TMJ Massage Sessions & Packages

Transparent pricing for specialized care.

Initial TMJ Evaluation & Treatment

Your first visit includes:

90 Mins

Required for all new TMJ clients

$200

TMJ Massage Packages

For clients who would like ongoing care, multi-session packages are available.

3-60 min Sessions

$420

3-90 min Sessions

$570

6-60 min Sessions

$810

6-90 min Sessions

$1080

*Treatment packages are recommended after your initial evaluation. Every client is different and your personalized treatment plan will be based on your symptoms, goals, and response to the first session. Some clients may benefit from a single focused session, while others may choose a series of appointments to work progressively with chronic tension and muscular patterns.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does TMJ massage hurt?

TMJ massage should not feel aggressively painful. Some areas may be tender because the muscles are already tight or irritated, but pressure and techniques are adjusted according to your comfort.

Communication throughout the session is encouraged.

Do you massage inside the mouth?

Intraoral massage may be incorporated when appropriate. It allows access to certain jaw muscles from inside the mouth.

It is not required for every client or every session.

Do I have to receive intraoral massage?

No.

Intraoral work is performed only with your informed consent. You may decline it completely or ask to stop at any time.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing is recommended. Nancy will explain what is needed for your particular session while maintaining appropriate draping, privacy and comfort.

How many sessions will I need?

There is no universal number of sessions.

Some people experience improvement relatively quickly, while longstanding muscular tension may require multiple sessions.

Your response to treatment and your individual goals will help determine whether follow-up appointments are appropriate.

Can massage help with clenching and grinding?

Massage may help reduce muscular tension associated with clenching or grinding.

However, clenching and grinding can have multiple causes, so massage should not replace evaluation or treatment from a dentist or other appropriate healthcare professional.

Can I receive TMJ massage while seeing a dentist or physical therapist?

Yes, in many situations.

TMJ massage can be used alongside care from dentists, physical therapists and other healthcare providers.

If you recently had dental work, surgery or another medical procedure, please let Nancy know before your appointment.

What should I expect after my session?

You may notice that the jaw, face, neck or shoulders feel different following focused massage.

Because individual responses vary, Nancy will discuss appropriate aftercare with you following your session.

Get Started

Ready to Give Your Jaw Some Attention?

Living with constant jaw and facial tension can be exhausting.

If tight muscles, clenching, headaches or neck tension are affecting your comfort, a focused TMJ massage session may be a valuable part of your care.

Call or Text

843.906.9575

Email

nmontgomery.sportsmassage@gmail.com

Visit

Inside 633 Physical Therapy
999 Lake Hunter Circle, Suite A
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

Hours (By Appointment)

Wed–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Closed Sun, Mon & Tue