Bite and Jaw Problems
Jaw Joint Analysis & Computerised Bite Evaluation
TMJ is the short way to say “temporo-mandibular joint” - which is the long way to say Jaw Joint! Problems can occur with the TMJ: Such as a clicking, a popping sound or sensation around the jaw or limited movement, as well as jaw, head and neck pain. Jaw Problems tend to affect the under forties although it can affect people at any age.
To assess if you have a Jaw Problem Perfect Smile Spa use state of the art equipment to assess the health of your TMJ. This is the latest computerised equipment available and it is extremely accurate. We use Joint Vibration Analysis to assess the health of your TMJ. This tells us (and you) if there are any issues with regards to your Jaw Joints we need to be aware of.
This equipment is also able to give us a detailed evaluation of the force of your bite. Perfect Smile Spa are very pleased to be able to say that we are one of a handful of practices in the UK who can offer this level of detailed assessment.
The jaw joints and facial muscles are all a part of the same system controlled within the brain. With this sophisticated equipment we have access to all the detailed information necessary to understand that system – Therefore we are able to discover the exact reason why you may be experiencing harmful, destructive bite patterns.
Perfect Smile Spa also utilises this equipment to gain 100% accuracy for newly fitted restorations to evaluate if there are any discrepancies or inconsistencies with your bite pattern. This ensures that your restoration work is 100% correct and the longevity of that work will be optimal.
Perfect Smile Spa specialises in high quality dentistry. Call us on 01708 442 114 or email enquiries@essexdentistclinic.co.uk