Charles R Kimes DDS and Associate |
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8100 Marty Street Suite 111
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Overland Park KS
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66204
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(913) 341-2380 8700 West 151st Street = Overland Park KS = 66223 = (913) 647-8700 |
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Available TMJ disorder treatments
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| = | Taking a non-aspirin pain reliever or prescription medications such as muscle relaxants, analgesics, or anti-inflammatory drugs |
| = | Eating soft foods |
| = | Avoiding chewing gum |
| = | Applying moist heat or ice |
| = | Physical therapy |
| = | Teaching relaxation techniques to control muscle tension |
| = | Stress management training techniques |
| = | Posture training |
| = | Wearing bite plates to eliminate the harmful effects of clenching or grinding the teeth, and a better positioning of the jaws |
| = | Adjusting the bite, known as "occlusal equilibration" involving removing interferences when the teeth touch |
| = | Replacement of defective restorations that prevent the jaws from meeting properly |
| = | Orthodontics, to put the teeth in proper position |
| = | Surgery |
In most cases we treat at Overland Park Dentistry, the symptoms related to
TMJ
disorders can be successfully treated to reduce or eliminate your
discomfort. Postponement of treatment usually results in more damage to
the joint, muscles, or teeth.
For more information about how we can help you with TMJ problems, call us
at (913) 341-2380, we will be happy to help you.
Proper diagnosis is critical to make sure you
receive treatment for your particular condition. At Overland Park Dentistry we