How We Can Help... Our Team of Credentialed Neuromuscular Specialist Are Here To Help
Dentiq's Neuromuscular Dentistry Center in Houston is nationally recognized as a top TMD / TMJ specialist center in the United States with a team of dental specialists that have met and maintain the highest professional credentialing standards, offering world-class dental and neuromuscular solutions that give you the luxury of piece of mind.
Diagnostic Phase
Upon the initial consultation our team of credentialed neuromuscular specialist will further assess your current situation and build a plan of action to address your specific needs.
Further testing is designed to properly diagnose the problem and to try to reduce the signs and symptoms . To determine if the lower jaw and the disc of the TM joints are in the correct position, the following diagnostic tests are used:
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Range of Motion
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Muscle Palpation
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TMJ 3D Scan
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Computerized Joint Vibration Analysis
Treatment
The necessary treatment for your TMJ depends upon the specific diagnosis.For cases caused by clenching and grinding, treatment may consist of medication for the pain and inflammation, moist heat, massage, and a softer, less chewy diet. He or she may also recommend stress reduction, biofeedback, or relaxation therapy.
Sometimes a splint or nightguard may be made for you to protect your teeth from grinding and clenching. These appliances are worn either during hours of rest or for more severe cases as much as possible. Therapeutic splints, which gradually move your jaw to a more comfortable position, may also be recommended. If it is determined that your bite is off and that is contributing to your problem, it may recommend restoring damaged teeth, grinding tooth surfaces, replacing missing teeth, or fitting braces and other appliances.
For the most complex cases surgery may be necessary when all other treatments have been unsuccessful. This is more common in cases of traumatic injury (a blow to the jaw, an accident) or osteoarthritis. The surgery may be needed to repair damaged tissue. Surgery may also attempt to replace or recapture the tissue which cushions your jaw as it connects to your skull. In a few cases, the condyle or jaw bone that fits into your cranium or skull might need to be repaired or built up.
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