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Dr. Curtis Westersund - Dentalife Dr. Westersund’s focus is treating his patients with a physiological (whole body) approach. Making the Mouth - Body - Life connection.

Dentalife's focus is to treat their guests with a physiological (whole body) approach. Downtown Calgary dentist, Dr. Westersund defines this as "Making the Mouth - Body - Life connection". Dentalife provides a case-specific approach directed to help patients find relief from dental issues, imbalances, and pain. Besides general and cosmetic dental treatments, Dr. Curtis Westersund provides TMJ disorder solutions (migraines, jaw, and neck pain caused by a bad bite) and snoring / sleep apnea treatment options.

10/16/2026

Think your head is straight? Look at this.

A subtle head tilt can be difficult to notice when you look at yourself every day. That’s why we don’t rely on what looks straight in the mirror.

With NUCCA, we use specific measurements and X-rays to evaluate head and neck alignment and determine where a correction may be needed.

And when we’re treating TMJ, we want to understand the bigger picture, not just what’s happening at the teeth.

Your jaw, neck, posture, and bite are all part of the conversation.

Teeth to toes.

10/15/2026

I’m a dentist. So why am I checking your spine?

Because your jaw doesn’t function in isolation.

When I evaluate a TMJ patient, I’m not only looking at the teeth and bite. I’m looking at posture, alignment, muscle tension, and how the entire body may be influencing the way the jaw moves.

The jaw is part of a larger system. If we only look at the mouth, we can miss important pieces of the picture.

That’s the foundation of our “teeth to toes” approach.

If you’re dealing with jaw pain, clicking, headaches, facial tension, or chronic clenching, book a TMJ assessment to find out what may be contributing to your symptoms.

Visit digitaltmj.com to get started.

10/14/2026

If your jaw is the problem, why don’t we start with your jaw?

Because your jaw doesn’t work in isolation.

In our approach, we start by creating a stable foundation with NUCCA. Once that alignment is established, we can assess where the jaw is functioning from and begin building the orthotic around that position.

The order matters.

Build an orthotic while the foundation is still shifting, and you may be building around compensation.

Teeth to toes.

Follow along as we show you how the orthotic comes together.

10/13/2026

This is what getting into alignment actually looks like.

With NUCCA, we don’t guess where the correction needs to happen. We use precise X-rays and measurements to understand your current alignment and determine where the correction needs to be made.

Then we measure again.

The goal isn’t to force your body into a position. It’s to make a precise correction and create a more stable foundation for the jaw.

This is where the “teeth to toes” approach comes in. Before we build the orthotic, we want to understand and address the foundation underneath it.

10/09/2026

Your night guard might be protecting your teeth while doing nothing for your jaw.

A traditional night guard is designed to protect your teeth from the effects of grinding and clenching. But protecting your teeth doesn’t necessarily address what’s happening with your jaw joint or how your jaw is functioning.

A calibrated TMJ orthotic is different. It is designed around your individual bite and jaw position and can be adjusted as your jaw responds.

If you’re still waking up with jaw pain, headaches, facial tension, or tight muscles despite wearing a night guard, it may be time to look beyond the appliance.

TMJ treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all.

10/08/2026

I’ve treated thousands of TMJ patients, and one thing I wish more people understood is that a clicking jaw isn’t just a random sound.

That click can happen when the disc inside your jaw joint isn’t moving the way it should. When that happens repeatedly, the surrounding muscles can start compensating to keep the jaw moving.

The sound is only one part of the story. What’s happening inside the joint matters.

If your jaw clicks, pops, or shifts when you open and close, it’s worth understanding why.

Visit digitaltmj.com to learn more.

10/07/2026

Before any scan or X-ray, I’m already reading the room. Posture, head position, and how the jaw opens tell me where to look next. Most TMJ patients have been checked everywhere except the places that matter. Save this for your next appointment.

10/06/2026

Most people don’t realize how much TMJ strain can affect the way their face looks.

When the jaw is working from a more balanced position, the muscles around the mouth, cheeks, and eyes don’t have to compensate as much.

And sometimes, the first thing you notice isn’t less pain.

It’s a change in your face.

Curious if your jaw could be affecting more than you realize? Visit digitaltmj.com

10/02/2026

Botox works by reducing muscle activity. My approach is different.

With my TMJ orthotic, I’m looking at how the jaw is functioning within the entire biomechanical system.

The goal isn’t simply to quiet the muscles for a few months. We’re using the orthotic as part of a longer-term treatment process to help establish a more stable, functional jaw position.

And unlike a temporary treatment, an orthotic can be adjusted as we learn more about how the patient is responding.

That’s why I think about TMJ treatment as a process, not a quick fix.

10/01/2026

Why are we measuring the legs during a TMJ assessment?

Because we’re not just looking at the jaw.

Leg measurements are one piece of the NUCCA assessment that can help us identify asymmetries and understand how the body is positioning and loading itself.

Before I move into the orthotic process, I want to understand what’s happening throughout the body.

I’m walking you through the entire process of how I approach TMJ biomechanically, and this is exactly why I partner with NUCCA.

Follow along for the next step.

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255-801 6 Street SW # 255
Calgary, AB
T2P3V8

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Monday 7am - 3pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm

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