GNEUROMUSCULAR (GNM) APPROACH – The OC Difference

by Clayton A. Chan, D.D.S. “Seeing the Differences Between Gneuromuscular and Neuromuscular Dentistry” is not always an easy thing to recognize, but there are some finer differences that can make a difference in one’s appreciation of neuromuscular dentistry if the clinician still has questions and concerns that have gone unanswered. Clinician’s are wondering what makes [...]


Case Study 1: Bite Optimization and Postural Alignment

Occlusion is the foundation to advanced dentistry. Optimal occlusion can improve postural alignment, strength and functional balance. Abnormal occlusion – skews, torques, strains in the human bite/occlusion can contribute to compromised body balance, strength and abnormal walking gait. The proprioceptive signalling of occlusal responses are tremendous and exquisitely detailed in their physiologic responses as to [...]


“GNEUROMUSCULAR” DENTISTRY – The Next Level of Advancement

by Clayton A. Chan, DDS, MICCMO Gneuromuscular Dentistry (GNM) is really a combined understanding and application of skill sets required to effectively treat the more complex cases – It goes beyond the present day concepts of “Neuromuscular Dentistry” (note the spelling).  It’s Dentistry that focuses on body alignment, optimal mandibular function and accurate occlusion that results [...]