TMD/TMJ Therapy - Neuromuscular Dentistry
Many people can suffer from symptoms such as headaches, migraines, neck and shoulder pain, jaw pain, clicking or popping in the jaw, dizziness and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). The majority of North Americans suffer from one or more of these symptoms, and unfortunately in many cases these patient's symptoms are either misdiagnosed or dismissed as having no physiological cause. In a number of cases, these symptoms can actually be attributed to TMJ (temporomandibular joint syndrome), also referred to as TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder). These terms are just different names for the same group of symptoms.
Dr. Gordon Chee may be able to help you if you are suffering from any of the above symptoms or a number of other symptoms. Neuromuscular dentistry aims to help bring your bite back to a position that will alleviate some or all of these symptoms using technology that measures your muscle activity. The goal is to find a position where your facial and neck muscles will be in their most relaxed position. Treatment may include orthodontics, restorative dentistry, or just a removable appliance called an orthotic.
Don't let pain keep you from leading the life that you deserve.
