What Is A Neuromuscular Dentist?

Dr. Berry - Denver's Go-To Neuromuscular Dentist

While it is true that all dentists can offer a patient general dentistry that include cleanings, braces, fillings, and so on, the fact is that some dentists have more experience and continued training in some areas than others. For example, a neuromuscular dentist is a dentist that has more advanced education and experience in how to care for bite (occlusion) and how it affects your jaw joint and the rest of your body.

TMJ and Neuromuscular Dentistry

One main condition that neuromuscular dentists focus on is TMJ disorder. Sometimes referred to as TMD, the condition occurs when the temporomandibular joint is not in its proper location. Because of this, the body will work to reposition the joint on its own, usually unsuccessfully. The process is known to bring about all sorts of symptoms including headaches, tinnitus, facial pain, jaw pain, and bruxism (teeth grinding).
If you suffer from these known TMJ symptoms, it�s advised that you schedule a consultation with a neuromuscular dentist such as Dr. Berry. He will be able to work with you to diagnose your condition accordingly and then decide on a treatment method that will allow your TMJ to stay in proper alignment, alleviating symptoms. Treating the root of the cause is key to properly treating TMJ disorder. With the use of a neuromuscular orthotic (bite splint), your headaches and jaw pain will likely disappear.

Neuromuscular Dentistry and Sleep Apnea

Dr. Berry uses neuromuscular dentistry principles to create oral appliances that treat obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. Oral appliances reposition the jaw to hold open the airway so that patients can breathe freely at night. Read more about sleep apnea.

Dr. Berry is Your Neuromuscular Dentist!

As the advances in technology available in the neuromuscular dentistry world continue to grow and improve, Dr. Berry strives to ensure that uses of the latest and greatest tools available to dentists. With these technologies, he is able to treat the real cause of your problem and provide you with a permanent fix, not one that simply masks the symptoms.

If you�re looking for a neuromuscular dentist in the Denver, look no further than Dr. Kevin Berry. To schedule an appointment simply call us at 303-759-5652. Have questions about neuromuscular dentistry? Patients can also contact us online!