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TMJ Therapy

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The cause of TMD Disorders can be multifactorial in nature. Differing theories exist to explain the causes of TMD. Treatment protocols have been established based on these divergent theories. These theories include the lack of molar support theory, the faulty condylar position theory, the neuromuscular theory, the bite interference theory, the muscle theory, the psychophysiological theory and finally the psychological theory.

Treatment includes:

  • Reshaping the biting surfaces of the teeth and eliminating spots of excessive pressures where the teeth are brought into contact. This is done by carefully dividing bite pressures evenly across all of the teeth.
  • Bite splint therapy using a custom-fitted and adjusted plastic bite guard to keep the teeth apart, day, night ,or both.
  • Braces to reposition mal-aligned or drifted teeth.
  • Replacement of old, worn out, or damaged fillings.
  • Reconstruction of badly worn and damaged teeth.
  • Physical Therapy
  • Medications
  • Surgery