TMD & Dental Sleep
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD)
Overview
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. Between the jaw and skull is an articular disc that cushions the joint and allows smooth movement. When these joints become irritated or dysfunctional, it can lead to TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder).
Joint cartilage damage occurs
The joint is injured by impact or trauma
Jaw muscles are associated with TMJ spasms
The disk becomes damaged or slips out of its proper position within the jaw joint
Sprain or strain occurs in the ligaments or soft tissues associated with TMJ
TMD can happen if
Treatment Options for TMD
Our experienced team of dental professionals understands the complexity of TMD and utilizes advanced techniques and treatments to address your specific needs.
A therapy that targets trigger points and tightness in the jaw, neck, and surrounding muscles. Myofunctional therapy helps relieve tension, improve mobility, and restore balanced function to the TMJ area.
Myofunctional Therapy Specialized Training
Custom-made splints worn during sleep to stabilize occlusion and reduce joint pressure.
Occlusal Splints/ Orthotics/ Nightguards
A cutting-edge, non-invasive laser treatment that uses energy to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and support healing in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
MLS Laser Therapy
Dental Sleep
Overview
Dental Sleep medicine focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS). These disorders can disrupt your sleep patterns, affect your daytime function, and contribute to various health problems.
A condition where the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, causing pauses in breathing and poor sleep quality.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
A sleep disorder characterized by the partial obstruction of the upper airway. A narrowed airway disrupts your breathing and prevents deep, restorative sleep.
Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS)
Treatment Options for Sleep
We work with your sleep physician to formulate a care plan specifically tailored to you. There are options for you that are more comfortable and more reliable than ever.
Mandibular Advancement Appliance
Support open airways with a CPAP device (gentle pressurized airflow) or sleep appliances.
DEKA CO2 Laser / QuietNite Snore Laser
This specialized dental laser is designed to tone the soft palate for better breathing, less air vibration, snoring, and better sleep.
Orthopedic orthodontics is bone-driven movement, promoting structural changes that help open the airway and oral cavity for more restful sleep.