There are many non-surgical TMJ options available for patients. In many cases, from overbites to TMJ pain and facial asymmetry, there are usually numerous non-surgical ways to help patients. The CBS Horrors of TMJ Surgery made no reference to options patients should consider in place of surgery. These also seemed to be pretty aggressive surgeries. Focusing on the positive, Dr.... read more »
Can you correct an overbite on your own? Many patients wonder about this before seeking treatment. The answer is no. Overbites and underbites are jaw malocclusions that require professional dental treatment. Overbites are often caused by prolonged thumb sucking, pacifier use, or baby bottle use. Underbites are usually caused by congenital defects affecting the lower jaw. Overbites and underbites should... read more »
Porcelain Veneers are a way to enhance your smile with Cosmetic Dentistry. You cannot correct overbites or underbites with porcelain veneers. However, bite correction can be completed with porcelain restorations that can also change facial profiles, reverse aging facial appearances, correct overbites and underbites. TMJ pain can also be helped with these cases. Non-surgical bite correction is possible in most... read more »
Low self-confidence in your smile can feel like an isolating experience. But if you don’t love the smile looking back at you in the mirror, you are far from alone. The New York Post reports that more than half of Americans feel insecure about their teeth, causing 57% of us to cover our mouths when we laugh and one in... read more »
If you’re struggling with sleep apnea, you’re not alone. According to the National Sleep Foundation, as many as 20 percent of adults in the United States are suffering from the condition, and around 85 percent of those don’t know that they have it. Signs that You May Have Sleep Apnea: Every person’s body is unique, and the symptoms of sleep... read more »
Many patients are not aware that there are alternate treatments to jaw surgery and years of orthodontic treatment. There are several ways to conservatively correct overbites, underbites, and TMJ pain with much less risk than surgery. When treating TMJ and bite misalignment, Dr. Konig points out, “It is important to note that braces really just move teeth and are not... read more »
Dental implants have wide-reaching benefits for a patient, including cosmetic enhancement. After suffering from tooth loss, it is not uncommon for the cheeks to appear hollow and the face to look gaunt. The cosmetic effects of dental implants can be as transformative on a person’s self-esteem as the implants are on their oral health. The Effects of Dental Implants on... read more »
Overbite correction and lower 1/3 face profile corrected There are many patients who appear to have premature aging or the appearance of facial collapsing. Many of these patients have overbites, and some have TMJ pain along with headaches and the appearance of retruded chins or weak chins. Most often these patients have deep overbites along with worn teeth. The retruded... read more »
TMJ can cause many unexpected effects, like facial asymmetry, chronic headaches, and even speech impairments. As a TMJ specialist, Dr. Robert W. Konig helps patients in Houston, TX, and surrounding areas find relief and correct the effects of TMJ on their lives and appearance. Read on to learn more about how TMJ or TMD can affect your life, and reach... read more »
Porcelain Veneers There are notable differences among dentists when it comes to porcelain veneers, encompassing a range of factors from skill and experience to artistic ability, technology and techniques employed, material selection, and the quality of communication and consultation provided to patients. Dr. Konig explains, "Every porcelain veneer case should be designed for the individual and no two smiles should... read more »