Orthodontics (or orthodontia) is the dental specialty that diagnoses, prevents and corrects teeth (and the jaws) that are out of position or alignment.
Orthodontics is a safe and accepted treatment for adults looking to align their smile. MTM® Clear-Aligner is a highly aesthetic and cost-effective way to treat misaligned teeth without the complication of traditional braces.
MTM® Clear-Aligner uses a unique “open pathway” technology that allows teeth to move gently and naturally into position. Contact us today to see how Oakland Park Dental can help you achieve an even more beautiful smile through orthodontics.
Bruxism is a grinding of the teeth typically accompanied by the clenching of the jaws. Most people do it occasionally without realizing it and it is not harmful. However, when bruxism takes place regularly, consciously or subconsciously, it can cause harm. Although commonly referred to and categorized as a sleep disorder, constant bruxism leads to symptoms such as headache, earache, jaw pains, loosening of the teeth, wearing down of the teeth, and perhaps, ultimately the temporomandibular disorder (TMD) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
- TMD: Temporomandibular disorder—TMD—is a syndrome typically resulting from bruxism. TMD can also result from stress, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis of the temporomandibular joint, TMJ. Diagnosis of TMD by an oral health professional involves a thorough evaluation of symptoms and may also require X-rays, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), or a computer tomography scan (CT scan). TMD can be treated with physical therapy, night guards, and Botox Cosmetic, which provides great relief.
- TMJ: Temporomandibular Joint is the connecting joint of the lower jaw and the skull, located right in front of each ear, and is much like a hinge. This connecting joint, or hinge, surrounded by muscles, controls the vertical and lateral movement of the lower jaw enabling you to talk, chew, as well as yawn.
Speak with your dental hygienist or Dr. Cunningham during your next appointment if you have concern with teeth grinding.
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The area of dental medicine concerned with repairing damage to the mouth in general—teeth, gums, jaw—is also referred to as oral and maxillofacial surgery. Oral surgery may be involved in the extraction of teeth, preparation for placement of implants, and the treatment of gum diseases. In some cases oral surgery may be necessary to repair damage to the mouth structure in post-trauma cases.
That is why we placed a lot of emphasis in designing our new office. Not only did we want it to be state-of-the-art, but we recognize that some dental treatments, like oral surgery, may intimidate patients. So we designed Oakland Park Dental's beautiful facility to be a calm and soothing oasis. Request and appointment, you're in good hands!
