TMD (TMJ) – The Great Pretender

As you may already know TMD problems can be very difficult to diagnose and treat.  Many, but not all, TMD patients clench or grind their teeth.  They might have difficulty opening or closing their jaw or difficulty chewing.

Patients can simply have headaches or they might have ringing or fullness in their ears.  You might have severe tooth wear or teeth that are just sensitive to cold.  It is not unusual to have neck and back discomfort.

Neuromuscular dentistry offers a unique solution to these problems.  With computerized jaw-tracking and muscle relaxation techniques Dr. Rosen is able to find your optimum occlusion (or bite.)  He can use a removable orthotic to verify your relaxed muscle position and treat your symptoms.

While this treatment can be an end in itself, Dr. Rosen can permanently establish this comfortable ‘bite’ with new crowns or even orthodontics.  It may be interesting to note that this balanced, relaxed bite can also make cosmetic dental procedures, like veneers, last longer and look better.

Additional information on neuromuscular dentistry and TMD treatment may be found at leadingdentists.com