Questions for Your Neuromuscular Dentist
Neuromuscular dentistry is a highly-specialized branch of cosmetic dentistry that requires extensive training. Neuromuscular dentistry techniques have helped countless numbers of individuals obtain relief from the painful symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ/TMD), and the field is constantly changing to better serve patients.
It is important for you to be fully confident and comfortable with the neuromuscular dentist you choose. Neuromuscular dentist Dr. Walter Palmer is available to answer any question you have about the techniques he employs.
What is neuromuscular dentistry?
Neuromuscular dentists are trained to look beyond the teeth and gums for dental problems by analyzing the temporomandibular jaw joints as well as the muscles, nerves, bones and blood vessels that make up this area. Because all of these pieces work together to allow you to speak, chew and yawn, any disruption in this area can have dire consequences on your bite or occlusion and cause a host of physical TMJ symptoms.
How does a neuromuscular dentist fix TMJ problems?
Every patient is truly unique when it comes to TMJ problems. Neuromuscular dentist Dr. Palmer can examine a patient and determine that the patient’s bite is out of alignment. Dr. Palmer uses technologically advanced equipment such as the TENS (Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation) unit to determine the patient’s optimal relaxed jaw position.
When the severity of the problem has been established, he can devise a plan to move the jaw back into position through dental appliances, cosmetic dental procedures and lifestyle change recommendations.
What are the benefits of neuromuscular dentistry?
The main benefit of neuromuscular dentistry is to get to the root cause of your pain. Rather than simply treating the symptoms, neuromuscular dentistry looks to end your discomfort. By using things like the TENS unit, Dr. Palmer can diagnose the severity of your TMD and discuss a plan of action with you. This may involve orthotic splints, different cosmetic dental procedures, and more.
Where did you receive your neuromuscular dentistry training?
Dr. Palmer has received extensive training in neuromuscular dentistry techniques from the world-renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. He has helped dozens of his patients get relief from their painful TMJ symptoms and have a better quality of life. He continues to keep his training current by attending seminars and training courses in this specialized field.
If you have additional questions about neuromuscular dentistry and live in the Minneapolis, Minnesota area, please contact neuromuscular dentist Dr. Walter Palmer at River Bluff Dental today to schedule a consultation.
