Experiencing issues with your jaw lately? If so, our dentist and team can help with neuromuscular dentistry in Newport Beach, California, here at Smile Newport Beach. With a consultation, Dr. Laura E. Wittenauer will perform a thorough evaluation to determine which type of treatment is right for you. Check out the list of options below, and give us a call today at (949) 640-5680 to schedule a consultation.

• Night Guards & Splints
• Oral Appliance Therapy
• TMJ/TMD Therapy
  

Neuromuscular dentistry focuses on optimizing how the muscles, teeth, bones, jaws, and other structures work together. When these structures all function together properly, your smile will reach its ideal functionality and health. To reach this ideal harmony, treatment may include an evaluation of the posture of the head, neck, jaws, and body as a whole. We focus on muscular balance and occlusal (bite) stability to achieve a harmonious balance between all of the structures. When these structures are out of balance, it may result in several painful symptoms, such as:

• Jaw pain
• Chronic headaches
• Pain in the neck and shoulders
• Ear pain and ringing in the ears
• Facial pain
• Popping, clicking, or grinding noises in the jaw joint
• Painful or difficult chewing
• Increased tooth sensitivity

If you experience these symptoms, our dentist may recommend neuromuscular dentistry to help you receive the treatments you need. Neuromuscular treatments focus on correcting the bite (how the teeth fit and work together) and aligning the jaw for an optimal bite relationship. Neuromuscular dentistry can help to improve your oral health and relieve painful symptoms. To learn more about neuromuscular dentistry and its benefits or set up your next appointment with our caring team, we invite you to call us today.