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TMD (Temporomandibular dysfunction)
When the balance of these bones, cartilage, and muscles is lost, it can
cause: * headaches * earaches * difficulty opening and closing your mouth
* a clicking or popping in the joint * a dull aching pain around the
ear ... (read our TMD brochure in PDF format)
Equilibration
Equilibration is a process in which we adjust
your bite by reshaping the biting surfaces of
your teeth. It's important for the health of
your mouth to have your teeth come together properly
when you bite and chew. Equilibration can prevent
you from ... (read our Equilibration brochure
in PDF format)
Occlusion
Mother nature didn't provide all of us with a
stable, healthy bite. Some people have bites
that have been affected by wear, changed by dental
restorations, or that have shifted with time.
A healthy bite allows all of your teeth to hit
... (read our Occlusion brochure
in PDF format)
Abfraction
Abfraction is the commonly seen condition of
notching of the teeth near or even under the
gum line. Though a combination of hard toothbrush
bristles and improper brushing techniques can
cause enamel to be lost at the gum line, this
is not the cause ... (read our Abfraction brochure
in PDF format)
Bruxism
What is bruxism? Bruxism is the clenching or
grinding of your teeth while you are asleep.
It is not just an annoyance; it exerts thousands
of pounds of pressure on the biting surfaces
of the teeth, which can lead to jaw pain and
damage to your ... (read our Bruxism brochure
in PDF format)
NTI
It's estimated that at least one-fourth of
the population currently suffers from
debilitating tension headaches, migraine pain,
or painful problems with their jaw joint. And
while a variety of lifestyle and health issues
can complicate these ... (read our NTI page)
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