Virginia beach Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentistry Blog - Dr. Michael Folck

Most people assume that the only time to see their dentist is when they need a cleaning or corrective work done on their teeth. This could not be farther from the truth. There is a particular dental specialty that will help you resolve issues causing severe headaches, neck pain, and shoulder pain.

Many of the above-mentioned problems stem from an improperly aligned jaw. When your jaw goes out of alignment, you need to see a neuromuscular dentist to correct the issue. Neuromuscular dentistry is a specialty that focuses on correcting problems related to your jaw and your bite.

Neuromuscular dentists mainly treat issues related to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). TMD occurs when the joint connecting your jaw to your skull goes out of alignment. It can lead to a wide variety of symptoms, including jaw clicking, jaw locking, headaches, neck pain, facial pain, an uneven bite, and problems chewing. The goal of neuromuscular dentistry is to first relieve the symptoms causing your pain and distress, and then to correct your jaw and bite issues so that your symptoms don’t recur.

Dr. Folck has been highly trained in the area of neuromuscular dentistry and can help you with any jaw or bite problems that may arise. His office uses the most up-to-date technology to provide you with the best treatment possible. His office utilizes TENS technology to determine your ideal bite position. Low frequency stimulation is employed to relax and massage your jaw muscles, enabling your jaw to find its proper resting place.

If you suffer from TMD or migraine headaches in the Chesapeake, Virginia area, please contact Dr. Michael Folck today to schedule an initial consultation.