TMJ Treatment / TMD Treatment
If Dr. Miller or another qualified TMJ dentist has diagnosed you with TMJ, he or she
can determine the best course of treatment for your specific needs. If you have yet to be
diagnosed by a qualified TMJ dentist, contact our office to schedule your comprehensive
diagnosis today. Dr. Miller has studied extensively and is an instructor at the
internationally recognized Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies, a leading
school dedicated to the treatment of TMJ disorder. As such, he is highly qualified to
accurately diagnose, and if warranted, treat TMJ disorder, thereby eliminating associated
symptoms caused by the TMJ.
Typically treatment options follow these three steps:
Relieve muscle spasm and pain.
The immediate concern for neuromuscular dentists is to provide relief of your symptoms. The best
way to do this is by using a technology called ULF-TENS. ULF-TENS stands for Ultra Low Frequency
Transcutaneous Electrical Neural Stimulation. ULF-TENS is a way to relax muscles with a gentle massage
of the muscles. The rhythmic pulsing relaxes the muscles by increasing blood flow and pumping out
waste products. ULF-TENS also helps with pain relief by stimulating the body's production of endorphins,
the body's natural anesthetic.
Stabilize the bite.
Often for this step, a temporary device known as an orthotic is worn over the teeth. The orthotic
allows Dr. Miller to make easy adjustments to the plastic without adjusting the teeth
until the bite is stabilized. Once symptoms are relieved and the bite has been stabilized, Dr. Miller
will move on to the next step: permanently adjusting your bite to the correct position.
Long-term management.
There are a variety of ways to correct your bite in a more permanent way. Four of the most common of
these approaches are outlined below:
- Coronoplasty/Equilibration
Coronoplasty is smoothing and reshaping the enamel of the teeth to correct your bite. It is a simple
procedure that does not require anesthesia and can be used when the bite is only slightly misaligned.
- Removable Overlay Partials
Removable Overlay Partials are permanent orthotics that usually fit over the back teeth and are
designed to maintain an aligned bite.
- Reconstruction
This approach involves making the teeth higher by using crowns. This
permanently realigns the bite and provides structural support for the jaw.
- Orthodontics (Braces)
When the teeth are healthy they may be moved to the optimal position using braces.
Your TMJ Treatment Options and TMJ Relief
If you or someone you know is suffering from TMJ and TMJ symptoms,
find out more about what TMJ treatment options are available to you. The first step is always a
thorough and accurate diagnosis of TMJ.
Contact us today to find out more or schedule your complimentary
initial evaluation with Dr. Miller, and find out how to find permanent TMJ relief for you or your
loved one.
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