Neuromuscular Dentistry - TMJ/TMD Therapy

If you are one of the thousands of Americans who lose up to 10 workdays per year due to migraines, neuromuscular dentist Dr. Rod Strober wants you to know he can help. Migraines, headaches, earaches, facial spasms, tingling in fingers, backache, and jaw or face pain can often be attributed to TMJ dysfunction, or TMD.

The problem begins when the joints just in front of your ears, the temporomandibular joints (TMJ), become inflamed from bite misalignment, teeth grinding (bruxism), external injury, arthritis, or other causes. The inflammation sets up a chain reaction of strained muscles in the face, neck, and head, sending pain signals through the associated nerves. The pain can be intense, but Dr. Strober proactively treats TMD with neuromuscular dentistry.

We may use a TENS unit, which stands for transcutaneous electrical neuro stimulation, to deliver low-frequency electrical impulses to the jaw muscles. The increased blood flow flushes toxins from the area, and in less than an hour, the muscles relax into their natural position. Once Dr. Strober can see the natural position of your jaws, he creates a custom orthotic appliance for you to wear at night. The appliance will hold your jaws in place and keep you from grinding your teeth while you sleep. Additionally, if a misaligned bite causes your TMJ dysfunction, Dr. Strober may recommend orthodontics, like Invisalign, to move your teeth into the correct position.

You deserve pain-free days and restful nights. If you suffer the agony of TMD, call the Hillcrest office of neuromuscular dentist Dr. Strober today to schedule your relief. Our office is convenient to patients in San Diego.

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