FAQ’s

1. What is Neuromuscular Dentistry?
Neuromuscular Dentistry is a comprehensive approach that is focused on the alignment of your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and all those muscles surrounding it.

2. What is TMJ Syndrome?
TMJ Syndrome stands for Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome. The Temporomandibular Joint is the technical term for your jaw.

3. What causes TMJ Syndrome?
In the majority of cases, TMJ Syndrome comes from having an incorrect bite or malocclusion. Malocclusion means that your upper and lower teeth do not close together in the correct way and are misaligned causing trauma. Misaligned teeth cannot support your facial muscles correctly during chewing and swallowing. The muscles change to accommodate your malocclusion, causing a range of debilitating symptoms.

4. Who suffers from TMJ Disorder?
Millions of people are affected by this condition. TMJ Syndrome affect each gender differently with females suffering more pain and men suffering more damage and general wear.

5. What are the benefits of Neuromuscular Dentistry?
The patients of Neuromuscular Dentistry find the relief from TMJ jaw pain and discomfort. Neuromuscular Dentistry goes further to treat the cause of the problems – not just the symptoms.

6. What are the common TMJ symptoms?
Among the typical TMJ disease symptoms include the following:

• Clicking noise and pain when the jaw is being put to work
• Neck pain
• Migraines
• Blurry vision
• Sinus-like pressure
• Tingling in the arms and fingers

7. I am in no pain. Do I have TMJ Syndrome?
Although a person’s teeth may appear to be straight and have no painful symptoms, it is the biting pattern of your jaws that can cause TMJ Syndrome. Although you may not be in pain now, that may change if your bite is affected further.

8. What are my TMJ treatment options?
There are several TMJ treatment options available depending on the severity of your condition. Among these are the use of Orthotic appliance therapy and Orthodontics. In very rare cases, surgery may be required. A consultation with Dr. Crooks with determine the best course of action.

9. Do I need TMJ surgery?
TMJ surgery is usually the very last resort. Dr. Crooks doesn’t recommend surgery if there are treatment alternatives for you.