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Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (Computer-Aided) for TMD in Irvine, CA

Over 10 million Americans suffer from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. Even when you don’t experience pain and other symptoms associated with Temporomandibular disorders (TMD), neuromuscular dentistry has an important role to play in reconstructive, aesthetic, and cosmetic dentistry. It also has an important role to play in orthodontic treatment. At Yanagi Dental, we provide specialized Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (computer-aided) for TMD in Irvine, CA.

What is Neuromuscular Dentistry?

Our dental services in the area of JAW DISORDERS AND JAW IMBALANCES in Irvine, CA include Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (computer-aided) for TMD in Irvine, CA. This form of dentistry involves the use of modern technology for evaluating the function/dysfunction of the jaw. It is focused on creating the optimum bite and an attractive smile.

Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (computer-aided) for TMD not only helps achieve the smile of your dreams but can also help identify the source of your:

  • Ear congestion
  • Headaches
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Dizziness
  • Jaw clenching
  • Neck pain
  • Jaw joint pain
  • Teeth grinding
And other symptoms of TMD.

How Does Neuromuscular Dentistry Work?

Neuromuscular dentistry at Yanagi Dental Irvine, CA is focused on addressing the alignment between the jaw and temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Proper alignment helps bring better coordination between the two, eliminating any potential issues. When there is even a small amount of mal-alignment between the two, it can cause TMD. Some of the symptoms of TMD include:
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Pain in the jaw, neck, ears & shoulders
  • Difficulty chewing/talking
  • Limited jaw mobility
If you suffer from TMD, our Dentist in Irvine, CA Dr. Glenn T. Yanagi, DDS can use a computerized jaw tracking system to determine the point of mal-alignment before beginning treatment.

Treating TMD & Pain with Neuromuscular Dentistry

After your diagnosis, Dr. Glenn Yanagi will use a wide range of techniques and systems to relax the muscles. We will create the perfect conditions for the jaw to align in a natural, balanced way. The treatment for JAW DISORDERS AND JAW IMBALANCES in Irvine, CA begins with a realignment of the bite with the help of a special device. This device produces a very small amount of electrical stimulation in the muscles of the neck, face, and back. The electrical impulses are almost negligible and painless. The objective of the electrical impulses is to increase blood flow and promote muscle relaxation. After each session of your Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (computer-aided) for TMD, your jaw, neck, and shoulder muscles will feel relaxed.

Impact of TMD

There are different types of muscles in your neck and face that play an important role in holding the jaw in place, controlling jaw movement, and allowing you to chew and swallow. Since this muscle movement takes place subconsciously, if your bite is off, strain will be produced on the muscles without your control. In other words, the muscles will have to work harder to do all the above-mentioned functions of holding and controlling the jaw, and enabling chewing and swallowing. This is what causes TMJ to get over-stressed and TMD to occur over time.

At Yanagi Dental, the goal of our department of JAW DISORDERS AND JAW IMBALANCES in Irvine, CA is to determine the natural position of your jaw and restore its optimal position. The use of Neuromuscular Balance Treatment (computer-aided) for TMD helps us achieve this. We rely on digital, state-of-the-art technology to help treat your Temporomandibular disorders.