TMJ
Neuromuscular Dentistry (NMD) is the term applied to techniques that expand upon the traditional mechanical approach to dentistry.
TMJ is a chronic illness that affects many people. TMJ is short for Temporomandibular Joints, the two joints that connect your jaw to your head.
The symptoms of TMJ are many and varied. Some common symptoms among our patients include headaches, dizziness, numbness in fingers and/or arms and difficulty swallowing. Many people experience locking of the jaw, jaw movement limitations and clicking or grating sounds in the jaw joints. TMJ may cause neck, shoulder or back pain, facial pain, and pain behind the eyes or unexplained loosening of the teeth. Ear aches, ear stuffiness or ringing, and pain or soreness in and around the jaw joints can indicate TMJ.
Do you have any of these symptoms?
Using computerized equipment, the Dentist trained to use neuromuscular dentistry techniques (NMD) can measure and study the pattern of your jaw movement through its full range of motion in three dimensions. The computer can also document the precise point at which your jaw is held in relation to the upper teeth. The activity of the key muscles that control the jaw while it is functioning and at rest can be measured. Rather than assuming your present jaw position (bite) is the best for you, the dentist can use additional objective information to determine your optimal jaw position.
After this diagnostic information is all gathered we can determine the best course of treatment for your individual needs.
If you have any questions or would like more information on this condition please call or email our office.
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