TMJ / Neuromuscular Dentistry
Serving St. Paul, Minneapolis, Woodbury and the surrounding areas
A Temporo-Mandibular Joint disorder occurs when the relationship of your jaw, your teeth, and the muscles of chewing function are in disharmony. TMJ can cause extremely irritating or painful symptoms, such as:
- Headaches
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Clicking or popping in the jaw
- Ringing in the ears
- Jaw pain
- Aggressive wear of the teeth
Neuromuscular dentistry can treat these problems.
Traditional dentistry believes that the natural occlusion, or alignment, of your jaw is its optimal position. Neuromuscular dentistry focuses on discovering what your jaw's optimal position is through a series of tests.
Dr. Nippoldt, your neuromuscular dentist, uses many advanced techniques, including a special machine called a myomonitor, to determine a neutral, non-destructive and comfortable bite for his patients. With the information he gets from the myomonitor and other tests, he determines whether your jaw's natural position is optimal or if it needs to be adjusted.
If you are experiencing any TMJ symptoms and are considering neuromuscular dentistry in the St. Paul, Minneapolis, Woodbury, or Hudson areas and would like to know more about these procedures, please call 651-739-8573 or email Dr. Nippoldt today for a complimentary consultation.
