The first goal of neuromuscular dentistry is to find the position of the jaw where the muscles are relaxed and at rest. This position in space is often irrespective to the position of the teeth.Once Dr Poulos has verified the comfortable position of the lower jaw, we can fabricate a specialised appliance that allows that jaw to close correctly. In this position, muscles are at an ideal length and will not go into spasm. Muscles will heal, pain triggers will go away and joint capsules will heal. The appliance is left in place for approximately three months, to stabilise the bite and ensure that all of the symptoms are gone.
At this point a personalised treatment plan will be decided upon.
