A bite adjustment makes
corrections to areas of a person’s bite that is loose fitting or exhibiting
wear due to bruxism (or tooth grinding). Balancing the bite or evenly
distributing the forces applied to the teeth greatly reduces the pressure
placed on the bone structures creating TMJ disorders.
A holistic approach to performing a bite adjustment is using
a splint to reposition the jaw. Your dentist will first perform a bite analysis
to determine how your jaw should be aligned and then use a splint to match the
proper alignment and influence the way the upper and lower jaws fit together.
Also known as an orthotic, a splint is an acrylic device that fits overtop the lower teeth and
shifts the jaws to their proper position according to the bite analysis. The splint will gradually relocate the jaw
into a position that evenly distributes force onto the teeth and needs to be worn
for 24 hours a day (except when eating) in order to be effective. After a
few months of wearing the splint, you should begin to notice a change in the
way your teeth fit together, which means that the jaw is adjusting to its new
position. Afterward, your holistic dentist can begin stabilizing your new jaw
position using biological treatments suited for your overall bodily health.
Caney Holistic
Dentistry - Contact Natural Dental Care Day Spa for More Information!
Dr. Robert Mason is a holistic dentist who has been serving
the Caney, Kansas area for over 40 years. Recently, Dr. Mason opened a second
location in Tulsa, Oklahoma so that commuting patients have easier access to
natural and biological dental care.
If you would like more information about the holistic
dentistry services we provide, or to find out more about TMJ disorder and
occlusal disease, contact Natural Dental Care Day Spa today and schedule an
appointment.
