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Interesting trend in sports

In my blog, I frequently talk about TMJ pain and the Tempromandibular Joint Disorder. Normally, the discussion of TMJ or jaw alignment centers around the wide range of pains and discomforts caused when the jaw is not aligned. But, recently, anyone who has been paying attention to sports has seen the positive effects of aligning the jaw.

Many key players from the Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints football team used a special mouthpiece designed with neuromuscular principles that aligns the jaw. Users of this appliance note a improvement in strength, speed, balance and agility. In the Olympics, US skier Bode Miller also used this sort of mouthpiece in his Gold medal winning performance in the Vancouver Olympics. Recent events have made this newsworthy but for the past several years, athletes seeking improved performance in their training and competition have utilized this simple yet effective technology.

Neuromuscular sceince and the recent sports success enjoyed by some of its users is a real lesson about neuromuscular dentistry. The alignment of the jaw clearly is critical to peak performance. If your jaw is out of alignment to the point where it is causing pain and symptoms of discomfort, you can imagine how much your potential is decreased just doing day to day tasks. If you or someone you know is suffering head pain, migraines, neck or jaw pain, please contact me today. This is a condition that can be treated with non-invasive techniques and you can see what you might consider a championship-level improvement.

Living with TMJ?

Do you know someone who is making excuses about living with TMJ pain? It happens all the time. Whether it is the popping and clicking jaw, the soreness caused by grinding teeth during sleep, headaches or other pain in the head and neck area, for some reason people tend to avoid TMJ pain. So they take pain relievers or prescription medicines to mask the pain. However, it is not a cure and things tend to get worse if not treated.

One of the main reasons why people tend to put off treatment is that they think major surgery is needed to repair the problem. They may have read this in their research or have been told that by a doctor. If they are thorough in their research, they will also discover the non-invasive neuromuscular treatment. This is the treatment that neuromuscular dentists administer for TMJ that does not include surgery.

My neuromuscular training comes from the world’s leading post-graduate institute on the subject: The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. Every day, TMJ suffers are treated successfully by LVI graduates without one jawbone being broken and reset. Our specialized treatment resets the jaw without surgery and places the jaw and all the interconnected tissues back to a normal, functioning position, eliminating the pain and discomfort.

And, I am proud to say that I have been recognized in this field. I am an instructor at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and I have been asked to speak at the Myotronics Annual Seminar this summer which features presentations from the top dentists in the field.

Many of us know someone who suffers with this condition. They think surgery is the only option and therefore decide to live with their pain. Sometimes simply mentioning the non-invasive neuromuscular option is all that is needed to make a difference.

New Year’s Dental Resolution

Here's a great idea for the New Year; put a little extra emphasis on 
your health care in 2010. Isn't it time to do some of the little 
things that can lead to better health? Ok... Good idea. So how about 
starting with a New Year’s dental resolution?



It is so easy to affect a more positive dental health. Most of the 
steps can be routine. We all know brushing after every meal and 
flossing daily are everyday tasks you should be doing. However, 
rushing through brushing and skipping flossing can undo your efforts. 
Done properly and regularly, brushing and flossing keep your mouth 
clean but also stimulate the gums. Unhealthy gums are medically 
connected to heart disease, which is something most people do not 
realize. So, being more diligent with brushing and flossing can have 
a huge impact on your health. So, maybe add that to your New Years 
dental resolution.

Regular visits to see me for cleanings will also help nip emerging 
problems in the bud. In deep cleanings, we make sure that the plaque 
that causes tooth decay and gum disease is completely removed. I 
strongly suggest making your cleaning appointments a priority in the 
coming year.



And, for anyone suffering from symptoms of TMJ, maybe this will be the 
year when you have had it living with the pain and the headaches. If 
you are ready to start the year headed toward a pain-free 2010, why 
not schedule an appointment for a neuromuscular exam? I am trained to 
treat TMJ pain with non-invasive techniques that change lives. 
Treating TMJ can do much for your mental health as well if the burden 
of the pain is affecting your functioning or your moods.

And, one last idea for your New Years dental resolution: If you or 
someone you know snores, why not treat the sleep apnea that causes the 
snoring? Sleep apnea can be life threatening and it clearly affects 
how you function. Again, non-invasive neuromuscular treatments I 
offer can treat sleep apnea and improve your overall health.

So, what sounds good for your New Years dental resolution? Email me 
and let me know.

Looking your best for the holidays

As the holidays approach, holiday pictures, parties and social events come up on most of our schedules. It’s a time for your holiday dress, your new haircut or hairstyle and for a beautiful smile.

Keep in mind that you can give your smile an immediate boost with teeth whitening, which is the easiest way to quickly improve the cosmetic appearance of your smile. If you want that little extra boost for your smile and your family photo or holiday party is right around the corner, we can brighten your smile in just one day. In fact, we can do it on your lunch hour.

If you are interested in a more dramatic and permanent improvement, why not take a little time during this holiday season to learn about cosmetic reconstruction. With my LVI (Las Vegas Institute) training, I have the finest education and experience with cosmetic reconstruction. Maybe you want to consider this as a gift for a loved one or maybe this is something you have always dreamed of for yourself. Either way, why not start asking some questions now. A new, beautiful, confident smile may be an important part of 2010 for you.

If you have been thinking about improving your smile, please contact me today.

Little things you can do

Something as basic as regular dental cleaning can impact your health dramatically. It is so important that I am doubling my efforts to encourage everyone to schedule maintenance visits for their teeth and gums.

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, has links to heart disease, strokes, diabetes and more serious health issues. If you do not clean your teeth properly, you are inviting all the immediate symptoms of gum disease and increasing the risk of other health issues. Warning signs include bleeding gums, red gums and bad breath. Here are some additional facts about your risk of gum disease.

- Receding gums are a symptom of gum disease. If you have noticed your gums receding making your teeth appear longer, this is a warning sign.
- Tobacco use is a risk factor for gum disease.
- The older you are, the greater your risk.

The best thing you can do is to schedule your cleanings with me at the times they are recommended. Come in and have this nearly painless treatment completed so we can stay on top of your health.
We are also accepting new patients, so please encourage your friends to join us in our efforts to help all of our patients in their battle against periodontal disease.

Do you snore?

Do you snore? If you do, this is an important blog for you.

We all know snoring is a major irritant because of complaints we receive from others. Your spouse, family members, house guests, and maybe even your neighbors have complained from time to time if you are a habitual snorer. And, while it might be offensive to them, it might be dangerous for you.

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that affects breathing while you sleep. Habitual snoring is a classic symptom of sleep apnea. Snoring is not sleep apnea and it seems many people have that fact confused. However, it is a sign of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a disruption of your breathing when you are asleep. This is both dangerous to your health and it can affect your waking hours because your sleep is not restful.

The stoppage in breathing during sleep can cause oxygen deprivation. This can affect your overall health in the forms of heart disease, depression, high blood pressure, memory problems and more conditions related to oxygen deprivation. This is not to mention the irritability and radical behavior changes caused by restless sleep.

We are trained to recognize and treat sleep and breathing disorders. A good place to start with self-assessment is snoring. If you are a regular snorer, you have a primary symptom of sleep apnea. If this is the case, why not contact me for a consultation and we can screen you for sleep apnea? It is a good idea for your overall health and welfare.