TMJ Dentist Houston

Headaches, neuromuscular problems and TMJ or TMD can all be caused by your bite.   Since your teeth, jaw joints, head and neck muscles and head posture are all related, a problem in one of these areas will affect the other.   These problems include painful clicking or popping of the jaw joint, various types of head and neck pain, swallowing problems and postural problems.   An imperfect bite can often cause these problems and a neuromuscular dentist can help give you the proper diagnosis and treatment.  Many times, you neuromuscular dentist will work together with other health care professionals.

The Houston dentists at DENTISTRY by john barras dds are trained in neuromuscular dentistry.  Dr. John Barras and Dr. Frank Gusemano are experienced in diagnosing these problems.  Our dentists will evaluate your history, do a physical examination of your head, neck and teeth and conduct a series of non-invasive electronic tests.  Based on these results, the dentists will be able determine whether your bite is a major cause of the problem.

If you do have a problem, our Houston neuromuscular dentists can treat it.   An orthotic will be made that can be worn over your teeth to maintain the proper bite position.  If your problems disappear, you can explore a more permanent fix with our dentists.

If you’re experiencing Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), headaches or other neuromuscular problems, please give the offices of DENTISTRY by john barras dds a call.