Simple solutions, big relief
Simple stretching and relaxation exercises can usually provide at least some amount of relief to tense and sore muscles due to TMJ, but more is usually required to get relief from structural misalignments.
Sometimes, anti-inflammatory injections and/or referred pain trigger point injections are all it takes to break the pain cycle. Most patients find these injections remarkably comfortable, instant relief is provided that might last hours, days, weeks or months, and injection therapy can be provided repeatedly when necessary.
A neuromuscularly balanced acrylic orthotic will assist the teeth to come together in a healthy bite position. This simple piece of plasticย brings fast relief to the muscles of your face and neck. Your teeth finally find their intended โresting placeโ and the relief you encounter can improve the quality of your life significantly. And the relief is just the beginning.
There is good news if you think you might suffer from TMD…
We strive to balance your bite again so that all your pain symptoms should decrease and often disappear. There is no surgery involved in helping you with your pain and problems. We are balancing muscle activity, joint position, tooth contact and posture using a very special piece of plastic called an Orthotic.
Through examination by a dentist that treats TMD, you will be offered not only a correct diagnosis but more importantly, a correct, individualized, exclusive treatment plan. To gain insight into your specific issues, modern science is used to determine exactly what is causing the problem. An analysis will show just how much damage has been caused.
The muscles of your jaw and neck will be measured while your jaws are functioning. This allows for the dentist to determine your optimal balanced bite position. The healthy function of your teeth depends on the proper balance and function of your jaw joints, jaw muscles and teeth. When these three elements are balanced, teeth come together to allow the muscles and jaw joints to rest without strain or tension. Without this balance, the results can be:
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While the treatment may last months and may include a number of different options, the results can last a lifetime! It can lead to permanent eradication of your painful and irritating symptoms.