TMJ can cause a wide range of symptoms in patients, not only TMJ symtoms. Many times TMJ issues manifets themselves in other areas. Some issues that TMJ can cause are: Tingling in hands or fingertips Sleep Apnea Shoulder pain Tourette’s Syndrome Some fibromyalgia issues Tinnitus Dizziness or Vertigo Open Bites Tongue Thrust Neck pain and […]
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Cosmetic Dentistry is a broad term. In fact almost all dentistry should be planned and considered with the cosmetic perspective as the endpoint. Two things need to be considered with Dental Implants: 1) Function 2) Cosmetics                     This case shows
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Dr. Ronald Konig offers a number of treatment options for overbite and underbite – two of the most common types of malocclusion. Among the most popular options at our Houston office are: Conventional orthodontics such as braces or Controlled Arch Orthodontics™ Functional cosmetic dentistry services such as the nonsurgical facelift Full mouth rejuvenation with crowns,
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 Every time I have the opportunity to help patients with TMJ pain or sleep problems I am grateful to have the knowledge to help these patients. There are so many kids and adults who do not function well due to not being able to breath properly. Reduced oxygen often leads to mouthbreathing which in
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What is most important thing to put in your body? 1) Protein 2) Carbohydrate 3) Fat 4) Water Oxygen 5) Minerals  Lovely young lady, with underdeveloped jaws and airway,An AGGA being placed to help her growth and developmentSurgery and Extractions avoided One thing we need more than anything else is oxygen, we can’t live
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Both the smile makeover procedure and full mouth rejuvenation can have a profound impact on the look and feel of your smile. One, however, is primarily aesthetic, focusing on cosmetic issues, while the other takes a more comprehensive approach in addressing functional, orthodontic, and neuromuscular issues alongside cosmetic for complete restoration of strength and beauty.
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There are numerous articles about overbite and underbite correction online, both  Surgical and Non-surgical. It is important patient’s understand their options as well as address the causes of misaligned jaws and bites. Non-surgical overbite/underbite correction can often be accomplished with Functional growth appliances and special type of orthodontics called Controlled Arch Orthodontics and other times with porcelain.Â
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One of the biggest downsides to teeth whitening is tooth sensitivity. Some methods, like store-bought kits, are more likely to result in sensitivity because they are relatively poor at controlling solution seepage. Lower quality over-the-counter solutions can exacerbate this sensitivity and may event produce long-term discomfort in some patients. In-office teeth whitening is not always
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 A patient’s jaw alignment can affect their overall health and appearance. Correction of the the jaw position most often results in more beautiful and symmetrical face as well as comfort and health. Patients often seek help for non-surgical overbite and non-surgical underbite correction in children and adults for several reasons: Pain: TMJ pain, neckaches,
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Many patients have seen multiple physicians and other medical practitioners seeking relief for headaches, earaches, and jaw pain to no avail. Often medications are prescribed that make patients drowsy. Additionally, poor sleep and snoring are often symptoms as well as TMJ pain. The importance of an aligned bite and facial muscle tone for health and
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