A common treatment for TMJ disorders is the fitting of the patient with a custom orthotic (an appliance that's worn over the teeth, usually overnight). This orthotic will usually provide relief from symptoms immediately so a long-term solution can be sought.
Are you interested in whiter teeth or other cosmetic procedures? We can handle many of those treatments in our office and can recommend an excellent specialist for procedures we don't handle.
Having a phobia about visiting the dentist, even for a minor procedure like teeth cleaning, is not unusual, and you are not alone if you are anxious about your visit. We understand completely and do not take it personally. However, with the different types of sedation available, we can help you cope with your anxiety and receive the treatment you should have.
Are you tired of having to take entire afternoons off of work for dental procedures because of the way anesthesia affects you? Laser dentistry could help you recover faster by decreasing the need for anesthesia.
Imagine going to a dentist to have a tooth pulled anytime before the early 1900s. You might run into a dentist familiar with the 1844 discovery that nitrous oxide works as anesthesia. Unfortunately, it's more likely you would be given cocaine or alcohol.
A misaligned bite is one of the causes of TMJ disorders, which is why a common treatment option is jaw repositioning by an experienced and well-trained dentist. The dentist will determine your correct bite and then fit you with an orthotic that will help reposition the jaw.
