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“Today’s consumer/patient wants to be informed about the various signs and symptoms related to jaw pain (myofascial) and clicking joints that arise when teeth become worn, muscles become tender and jaw joints are malpositioned. Understanding treatment options as well as the philosophy your doctor employs while approaching your case is critical to achieve proper outcomes when you need relief from TMJ discomfort, cosmetic restorative failed dentistry and/or orthodontic failed care.”

FINDING A GNM DENTIST It is your responsibility to work with those who are qualified and have the skill, knowledge and ability to meet your needs competently and effectively.  Finding a Gneuromuscular (GNM) Dentist Choosing a Dentist that Practices Gneuromuscular Dentistry Who are the GNM Dentists? Dental GNM Experts GNM Case Studies

ABOUT TMJ Be informed and aware of the occlusal sign and symptoms What is TMJ? Signs & Symptoms of TMJ Educating Yourself About TMJ Initial Treatment Protocol for TMJ How to Treat TMJ/TMD Effectively Anatomy of the Temporomandibular Joint Care and Management Guidelines for Patients With Temporomandibular Disorders Diagnosing TMD… Airway Obstruction

YOU SHOULD KNOW Understand what treatment philosophy and options your dentist can provide  Gneuromuscular Dentistry Diagnostics PROBLEMS? Relaxing the Muscles with TENS Computerized Electro-diagnostic Instrumentation Treatment – the Lower – Anatomical Orthosis Gneuromuscular vs. Neuromuscular Neuromuscular Dentistry Orthodontics Cosmetic Dentistry The Controversies OCCLUSION

Testimonial of Leanna who had a MVA and saw 35 health care professionals before finding GNM. Read more

WHY GNM? It is a physiologic approach to addressing the underlying factors that require expertise in both gnathologic and neuromuscular dentistry involving: Masticatory muscle dysfunction problems Temporomandibular joint pain problems Joint derangement problems. GNM addresses the cause and source of the problem rather than masking the symptoms. It is a measured approach.

DISCLOSURE The information in this website is not dental or medical advice. A diagnosis and treatment plan for any patient can be made only by a treating dentist, physician or group of doctors. OC shall have no liability or responsibility to any person with respect to loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the information contained in this website or obtained from other websites to which a visitor may connect and view. For Extra Comfort . . .

DENTAL GNM EXPERTS Learn more about Occlusion and TMD – “The Experts in Gneuromuscular Dentistry” Who are the GNM Dentists? The Optimized Bite – What is Bite Optimization?

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