Neuromuscular Dentistry

If you suffer from headaches, or face, jaw, and neck pain, or if your dentist finds evidence that your teeth are worn, possibly from nighttime grinding (bruxism), you may suffer from temporomandibular joint dysfunction, also called TMD or TMJ disorder. Dr. Greg Ritchie has taken courses and invested in technology to treat patients with neuromuscular problems associated with TMJ.

Treating TMJ Disorders

The two small joints in front of your ears, your temporomandibular joints, can enable or inhibit smooth jaw motion. Several factors, such as stress, clenching, grinding, and trauma can irritate these joints, causing pain that is often severe. As a highly trained neuromuscular dentist, Dr. Ritchie can evaluate your TMJ problems and determine the best therapy for your unique condition. Recommendations may include occlusal orthotic devices, restorative dental work, or neuromuscular orthodontics.

Ritchie Dental Group takes pride in creating beautiful smiles for patients in Marble Falls, Texas, and the surrounding cities of Austin, Burnett, and Llano. Call our office today to schedule an appointment for friendly, unparalleled family and cosmetic dentistry.