While many general dentists will treat TMD, they aren't necessarily qualified to do so. Successful treatment of TMD requires knowledge of the nerves, muscles and bones of the face and how they all interact. General dentistry focuses primarily on the teeth and gums.
A neuromuscular dentist has the education and knowledge to diagnose and treat TMD. As opposed to a general dentist, a neuromuscular dentist has received special training in treating the entire nerve and muscular system of the mouth, jaw and face. This special experience makes a neuromuscular dentist much more aware of the variety of symptoms that can occur with TMD and the various approach to treatment.
If you're looking for a dentist qualified to help treat TMD, look for someone who has advanced training in neuromuscular dentistry. Most dentists will include this information on their websites. Only a dentist with specific training in neuromuscular dentistry is truly qualified to help you with TMD.
Dr. Quigless is a qualified neuromuscular dentist who understands the way the various systems of the face and mouth interact. With this training, he can successfully diagnose and treat TMD in a way that will be beneficial to this entire system.
If you have questions about TMD and how it can be diagnosed and treated, please contact Dr. Kirk Quigless, DDS in his St. Louis, Missouri neuromuscular dentistry offices. We can answer all your questions and help you determine if your symptoms could be caused by TMD.
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