If you're suffering from ailments like persistent headaches, ringing in the ears, or popping of the jaw, or if you snore, grind your teeth or have limited jaw movement you may suffer from TMJ. Good news! It's completely treatable - by a dentist!
TMJ (temporomandibular joint syndrome) often occurs when the teeth do not close together properly, including underbites and overbites... The misalignment of the teeth causes the jaw muscles to strain and force the jaw into better alignment... TMD is a type of dysfunction due to inappropriate use of your jaw muscles. The constant strain can lead to:
At Amazing Smiles, Dr. Jeff uses sophisticated computer equipment to calibrate a "baseline" for your jaw position... This is the natural position where your jaw rests when it is completely relaxed. By calibrating the natural position of your jaw joint and teeth.
Please visit us for an evaluation of your bite and jaw joint relationship. It will let us know if you might be a candidate for neuromuscular dentistry - a possible solution to your discomfort.
Dr. Jeff Loftus
5955 South Highway 16, Suite A
Rapid City, SD 57701-8911
Email: amazingsmiles@rushmore.com
Web Site: www.amazingsmiles.net
Mon & Wed: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dr. Jeff Loftus, DDS, LVI Dentist - Providing services in Smile Makeovers, TMJ Treatment, headache releif and Cosmetic Dentistry to the area of Rapid City, South Dakota (SD).
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