Bethesda Neuromuscular Dentist

Treating TMJ Disorder: Neuromuscular Dentistry in Bethesda ...

Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ), jaw muscles, and nerves must work in harmony for pain-free oral function. When an element of this sensitive system is irritated (trauma, a misaligned bite, and stress are common culprits), discomfort and impairment can occur. Chronic migraines, earaches, tingling in the fingers, muscles aches and spasms, and neck pain are just a few of the symptoms caused by improper alignment of the TMJ joints.

Bethesda neuromuscular dentist Dr. Bernard Greenbaum provides non-invasive TMJ treatment to restore bite alignment and relieve sore, stressed muscles. He uses advanced technology to locate the ideal resting position of jaw joints and muscles, then designs customized therapies to help TMJ sufferers regain healthy function. As our patient, you’ll discover the relief you crave from a dentist Bethesda trusts. Neuromuscular dentistry is a discipline that addresses oral function from a multi-pronged approach. As a neuromuscular dentist, Dr. Greenbaum understands the interrelation among each element of the chewing system. He knows that healthy function is a result of each component of your smile working together to perform as intended.

The doctor’s advanced training in neuromuscular dentistry includes post-graduate study at the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). Our assistants are also trained in neuromuscular dentistry and have attended courses with Dr. Greenbaum.

Advanced Diagnostics

At your neuromuscular dentistry appointment, we’ll use a TENS unit to locate the ideal resting position of your jaw muscles. TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electrical Neural Stimulation. The device emits mild electrical pulses that ease stressed muscles. Our K7 computerized

mandibular scanning unit records your jaw’s resting position and translates this information into 3D models of your teeth. The TENS and K7 provide Dr. Greenbaum with detailed data to prescribe customized therapy.

Treatment for TMJ Pain Many TMJ sufferers experience an end to their symptoms and a return to comfortable function with a small, easy-to-use oral appliance . Dr. Greenbaum will design your custom-fitted appliance to place your jaw in its ideal position and eliminate stress on joints, muscles, and nerves. Top and bottom teeth fit comfortably together, and nagging symptoms disappear.

Stop suffering the annoying and often debilitating distress caused by impaired TMJ function. Call the Bethesda Center for Family and Cosmetic Dentistry today and discover how neuromuscular–based TMJ treatment can change your life.

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