Dr.
Charles Botbol & Associates
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1100 Sheppard Avenue East Suite 209 = Toronto ON = M2K 2W1 = (416) 226-2000 |
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TMJD disorder treatment
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| = | Taking a non-aspirin pain reliever or prescription medications such as muscle relaxants, analgesics, or anti-inflammatory drugs |
| = | Eating soft foods |
| = | Avoiding chewing gum |
| = | Applying moist heat or ice |
| = | Physical therapy |
| = | Teaching relaxation techniques to control muscle tension |
| = | Stress management training techniques |
| = | Posture training |
| = | Wearing bite plates to eliminate the harmful effects of clenching or grinding the teeth, and a better positioning of the jaws |
| = | Adjusting the bite, known as "occlusal equilibration" involving removing interferences when the teeth touch |
| = | Replacement of defective restorations that prevent the jaws from meeting properly |
| = | Orthodontics, to put the teeth in proper position |
| = | Surgery |
In most cases we treat at Dr Charles Botbol and Associates - Esthetic and Family Dentistry, the symptoms related to
TMJD
disorders can be successfully treated to reduce or eliminate your
discomfort. Postponement of treatment usually results in more damage to
the joint, muscles, or teeth.
For more information about how we can help you with TMJD problems, call us
at (416) 226-2000, we will be happy to help you.
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Proper diagnosis is critical to make sure you
receive treatment for your particular condition. At Dr Charles Botbol
and Associates - Esthetic and Family Dentistry we will only recommend
treatment after conducting a thorough health history, clinical exam,
taking appropriate X-rays, and perhaps confirming the condition through
other diagnostic tests, such as:
PC-assisted vibration analysis helps identify these patterns and helps us distinguish among various TM disorders.
The test is simple, takes 3 minutes and is painless! A headset is placed over your head (like a stereo headset) with the vibration sensors on the skin over the TM joint in front of each ear. You will be asked to open wide and close all the way 5 or 6 times. That's all there is to it! Now the computer takes over to provide your specific vibration signature to be evaluated. Joint Vibration Analysis has the acceptance of the American Dental Association.