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Treating Health Problems through Neuromuscular DentistryWednesday, May 30, 2007
Do you suffer from any of the following?
*Headaches
*Pain in and around your jaw
*Clicking or popping in your jaw
*Snoring
*Dizziness
*Grinding or clenching your teeth
*Stiff or sore neck and shoulder muscles
*Toothaches or sensitive teeth unrelated to cavities or gum disease
*Clogging or stuffiness in your ears
*Abnormal tooth wear at the gum line or a loss of tooth enamel
If so, you may want to consider Neuromuscular Dentistry. This is a technique founded on the belief that a healthy smile begins with a healthy bite. It determines the optimal physiological position of the jaw by measuring the relaxed position of head and neck muscles—then repositions the jaw to achieve those exact measurements.
Neuromuscular treatments stabilize the muscles that control the jaw. These muscles are used when chewing and swallowing. Muscles that are not stabilized create uneven tooth wear and fractures, headaches and a host of physical and dental disorders. These conditions, however, can be changed by adjusting the bite through orthodontics or porcelain restorations to bring the teeth to the correct position. By fitting the patient with dental restorations, areas of the bite can be precisely raised or lowered to create a naturally comfortable muscular position for the jaw. In most cases, the jaw can be repositioned without surgery or braces. When the optimal correction is achieved, patients experience a range of benefits, including decreased or eliminated pain and discomfort, as well as better overall health and longer-lasting dental restorations.
Neuromuscular evaluations begin with treatments using advanced computerized equipment that measure when the muscles are relaxed. Once the muscles are relaxed, the ultimate stress-free position of the jaw muscles can be determined. An orthotic appliance or dental restorations can then be used to help reposition the bite and stabilize the facial muscles in a comfortable position. Neuromuscular treatments can also prevent the teeth from shifting which could lead to future problems.
Many of our patients have shared with us that after neuromuscular treatments have been completed their headaches disappear and they no longer need pain medication. They also report that they tend to experience a more restful sleep too. For many, neuromuscular treatments drastically improve their lives.
Time Has Flown
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Wow has time flown by! As a testimate to that phenomenon, I can't believe that Kelsey, my oldest daughter has graduated from high school. Not only has she completed her high school education but she did this in one of the hardest magnet programs in the world; The International Baccalaureate Program. Annette, Katie and I couldn't be prouder of her achievements. She has shown us tremendous growth and taken her responsibilities of a young adult very seriously. In the fall she will begin her next journey in life at the University of Central Florida where she will major in Political Science with a minor in language and International Diplomacy. Congrats to all of our family of clients who have had such mozel as we have had! Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.
Smiles
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Smiles are an interesting feature of everyone’s life. Everyone has one, but everyone feels differently about their own. Consider a few interesting facts about smiles:.
• 62 - Number of times a day the average woman smiles.
• 8 - Number of times a day the average man smiles.
• 63% - Percentage of people who say they look best in photos when they are showing their teeth.
• 99.7% - Percentage of adults who say an attractive smile is an important personal asset.
• 74% - Percentage of people who say that an unattractive smile can hurt a person's chances for business or career success.
• 23% - Percentage of people who say they look the best with their mouth closed.
Mark Twain once wrote, "Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been!"
The act of smiling is a very uncomplicated and important human activity. It really isn't important that your smile be perfect- but that you feel good about it and you give it away! If your stingy with your smile because it’s something less than what you want it to be, we can help - Smiles are what we do best.
Give us a call and we’ll set up a time to talk about getting you a smile that you can’t just keep to yourself.
Everytime you smile it is an action of love - a gift … ~Mother Teresa
As always we appreciate your loyalty!
Warmest regards,
Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.
Kenneth A. Mogell D.M.D.
We Make Beautiful Smiles a Reality in Boca Raton.
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