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 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)
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 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)
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)
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)
