Seattle TMJ Dentistry

TMJ is an uncomfortable fact of life for many people. Its symptoms include painful clicking of the jaw joints, headaches, dizziness and ringing in the ears. Some TMJ sufferers also report face, neck and back pain.

Seattle TMJ dentistry provides solutions for those wrestling with this problem. TMJ dentistry, or neuromuscular dentistry, finds the dentist evaluating more than just a patient's teeth. In this approach, the muscles, nerves and supporting structures of the mouth are also considered in your Seattle dentist's diagnosis.

On the Leading Edge of Seattle TMJ Dentistry

One tool used in Seattle TMJ dentistry is electromyography, in which the tension of a muscle is monitored. Electromyography allows your Seattle dentist to observe your facial muscles as you chew. The data gathered from this process can then be used to make sure that your crowns, restorations and teeth fit to produce an optimized bite. This means greater comfort for your jaw muscles. It also means that your teeth and restorations will last longer, since they won't be subject to the excessive grinding that often comes with TMJ.

Seattle dentist Lance Timmerman DMD PS is committed to remaining in the know when it comes to new developments in TMJ research. Unlike dentists' offices that take the assembly-line approach to patient care, Dr. Timmerman believes in taking the time to carefully assess each patient's problems and needs. This approach is valuable in TMJ treatment, since the ways in which the condition manifests itself vary from person to person. Don't be a victim of TMJ pain and discomfort. Get help from a dentist with the skill to address your TMJ issues.

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