Pediatric dentistry is a pivotal branch of dental care focusing on the oral health of children from infancy through adolescence. This specialized field addresses a spectrum of treatments and methodologies designed to maintain and enhance the dental well-being of young patients, educate them and their guardians on effective oral hygiene practices, and ensure a positive, fear-free dental experience from an early age.
To the general public, dentistry and dental surgery are mostly associated with fixing teeth. However, dental medicine isn’t only about fixing your teeth but also covers other aspects of craniofacial complex root.
Such as the temperomandibular structure and other supporting structures. In turn, dental surgery procedures don’t only cover root canals and removal of wisdom teeth that are impacted. Dentists are the practitioners of dentistry.
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts as a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. Disorders affecting this joint, known as TMJ disorders or TMD, can cause pain in your jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement. The exact cause of a person’s TMJ disorder is often difficult to determine. It can be due to several factors, including genetics, arthritis, or jaw injury. Symptoms may include pain or tenderness in the jaw, difficulty chewing, and locking of the jaw joint, making it difficult to open or close the mouth.
Comprehensive Diagnosis: Utilizing advanced imaging techniques to assess the health and function of the TMJ, we offer a thorough diagnostic process to identify the specifics of your TMJ disorder.
Customized Treatment Planning: Based on the diagnosis, we develop personalized treatment plans that may include a combination of therapies to effectively address your symptoms and improve jaw function.
Oral Appliance Therapy: We provide custom-fitted oral appliances, such as splints or mouthguards, designed to alleviate pressure on the joint, reduce jaw clenching, and prevent teeth grinding.
Physical Therapy: Our approach may include physical therapy exercises to strengthen and improve the flexibility of the jaw muscles, enhancing joint function and relieving pain.
Pain Management: For immediate symptom relief, we offer various pain management strategies, including medications, to help reduce inflammation and alleviate discomfort.
Patient Education and Lifestyle Advice: We believe in empowering our patients with knowledge. Our team provides guidance on lifestyle adjustments, stress management techniques, and jaw exercises that can help manage TMJ/TMD symptoms effectively.
-Specialized Expertise: Our team includes dental professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of TMJ/TMD disorders, ensuring you receive knowledgeable and effective care.
-Holistic Approach: We take a comprehensive approach to TMJ/TMD treatment, combining various therapeutic options to address both the symptoms and the underlying causes of your condition.
-Advanced Diagnostic Tools: With access to state-of-the-art imaging technology, we can accurately assess the condition of your TMJ, enabling precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
-Customized Care: Recognizing that every TMJ/TMD case is unique, we tailor our treatments to meet the specific needs and preferences of each patient.
-Patient-Centered Service: Our commitment to patient care ensures that you receive not only the highest quality treatment but also the support and education needed to manage your TMJ/TMD disorder effectively.
Causes can include jaw injury, arthritis, genetics, or habits such as clenching and grinding the teeth.
Diagnosis typically involves a physical examination, and patient history, and may include imaging tests like X-rays, MRI, or CT scans to evaluate the condition of the TMJ.
While there is no cure for TMJ/TMD disorders, the symptoms can often be managed effectively with the right treatment plan, significantly improving the quality of life.
Yes, specific exercises can help strengthen and relax your jaw muscles, improve flexibility, and decrease pain. Our team can guide exercises suited to your condition.
Surgery is typically considered only after more conservative treatments have failed to provide relief. Our focus is on non-invasive therapies to manage symptoms effectively.