Neuromuscular Treatment
TENS
The potential for pain and the fear of pain are major factors that prevent some individuals from getting the dental care they really need. The American Dental Association has reported that as many as 35 million Americans are overly anxious about visiting the dentist and will avoid scheduling professional dental care, even if overall health is negatively affected.
Individuals suffering from Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) are particularly subject to pain. Visiting the dentist, however, is the best way to resolve TMD pain, relying on the science of neuromuscular dentistry and a technology called Transcutaneous Electro Neural Stimulation (TENS).
Neuromuscular dentistry can alleviate chronic painful symptoms associated with TMD, including:
- Headaches or migraines
- Pain in shoulders, neck, back, teeth and behind the eyes
- Numbness or tingling in extremities
- Dizziness
- Earaches
- Jaw pain
- Ringing in the ears
- Clicking or popping sounds in the jaw joint
TENS is a specialized therapy designed to treat the pain associated with TMD by directing mild electrical pulses to your facial and jaw muscles. These impulses increase blood flow to the muscles and help to relax the muscles so the dentist can determine the ideal jaw position for your bite.
Dr. Gordon Chee of Aesthetic Dental Studio understands your pain and your fears because of his years of experience working with other TMD patients. The dental office features the comfort, technology and convenience you need to make your dental experience memorable and enjoyable, without the pain you might be expecting.
