Neuromuscular Dentistry is the science of dentistry
that covers function between the teeth, joints and
muscles, that could fix many of the symptoms of TMD
(Temporomandibular Dysfunction).
Do you have TMD?
If you answer yes to any of the following statements,
you could be suffering from Temporomandibular Dysfunction:
- I experience frequent headaches or migraines
- My teeth are worn, chipped or cracked or have
sensitive teeth.
- My fillings or crowns frequently crack, chip
or break
- I have pain or soreness around my jaw joints
- I have pain in all my teeth
- I have facial, neck, shoulder pain.
- My jaw joints are noisy or I have ear aches
- I experience limited jaw movement or have locking
jaw
Headaches
Can dental treatment resolve your headache problem?
Most people don’t think to mention headaches
to their dentists. Yet, muscle-contraction (tension)
headache is the most common form of headache. It typically
results in pain on both sides of the forehead and
sometimes in the neck as well.
It is estimated that 75 percent of all headaches
are caused by muscle tension, which may be related
to the bite. Simply stated, if your muscles have to
work overtime to properly align your bite, they may
go into spasm and ultimately pain.
There are many possible causes of a headache. Non-invasive
tests can establish whether or not muscle tension
may be the cause of your headaches and whether dental
treatment might resolve your headache problem. If
you suffer more than an occasional headache or frequently
take medication for headache pain, it is well worthwhile
to call us on 02077306160 and let us see if dental
work may be the answer to the pain.
How It's Done
Using the advanced technology of Neuromuscular Dentistry,
we measure the jaw's muscles relaxed position. If
an imbalance is determined, an orthotic or splint
can be constructed, and is worn for several weeks
to several months, the jaw naturally drops into its
most comfortable position.
You may need braces (Orthodontics) or a Full Mouth
Rehabilitation to permanently solve the Temporomandibular
Dysfunction.
An Orthotic
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| An orthotic on a Model |
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If you think you may be suffering from any of the
symptoms above or feel Neuromuscular Dentistry may
be the answer you are looking for do not hesitate
to call us on:
020 7730 6160 or email us via the
contacts page with your query and we will see if we
can help you.
