Calgary Neuromuscular/TMD Therapy
It may sound complicated, but it’s really quite simple: neuromuscular dentistry is a practice founded on the belief that a healthy smile begins with a healthy bite (occlusion). Without the teeth, facial muscles and jaw joints in harmonious balance, painful complications can develop, this is often referred to as temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
Neuromuscular dentistry determines the optimal physiological position of the jaw and measures the relaxed position of head and neck muscles; then repositions the jaw to achieve those exact measurements.
Neuromuscular disorder can cause a variety of physical problems that can be mistaken for other maladies. People suffering from neuromuscular problems may often visit a multitude of specialists, searching for relief from their symptoms before discovering neuromuscular dentistry.
If you suffer from any of the following symptoms, Dr. Blunston may be able to help you.
- Headaches/Migraines
- Facial pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Unexplained loose teeth
- Sensitive and sore teeth
- Jaw pain
- Limited jaw movement or locking jaw
- Numbness in the fingers and arms
- Worn or cracked teeth
- Clicking or popping in the jaw joints
Fortunately, malocclusion is relatively simple to correct.
Using state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Blunston can measure the jaws muscle function in both stressed and relaxed positions. Think of it in terms of an EKG: Just as an EKG measures the health, strength and function of the heart muscle, this technology ascertains the same for the jaw and muscles.
Treatment options include, adjusting the bite, orthodontics, or restoring the teeth in the correct position. By fitting the patient with dental restorations, areas of the bite can be precisely raised or lowered to create a naturally comfortable muscular position for the jaw. In most cases, the jaw can be repositioned without surgery or braces.
Dr. Blunston, IACA and LVI Dentist - Providing services in neuromuscular and cosmetic dentistry to the areas of Calgary, Alberta (Canada).
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