Monthly Archives: August 2010

So, now that we have identified what TMD is, what causes it, or what predisposes a person to manifest symptoms??  (You’ll have to forgive me if I get a bit passionate about this–I’ve spent a professional lifetime studying occlusion!) Occlusion … Continue reading →

People hear about a comprehensive approach to dentistry and immediately assume it’s expensive. In our view, it’s more expensive NOT to be comprehensive!! For instance, if being thorough in the beginning saves you the cost of just one implant and … Continue reading →

Before we get too deep into this subject of TMD, it would seem appropriate to have a philosophical discussion about different practice models.  There seems to be two distinct dental camps these days:  Disease-centered vs. Health-centered. Disease-centered dentistry is designed … Continue reading →

The answer is YES!!!  Everyone has TMJs.  Temporo Mandibular Joints.  They’re located just in front of the ear on each side of the head.  Feel them–open your teeth slightly and place your fingers right in front of the ear hole … Continue reading →

This will be a place for a long series of pieces that will hopefully help you make sense of your dental conditions and give you options to consider that promote predictability, longevity, comfort and esthetics. It may be helpful to … Continue reading →