Bite Therapy

The relationship between how your teeth fit together and the position of your lower jaw in its socket is called occlusion. You know it as your bite. When the lower jaw is centered in its most stable position, the muscles relax and the teeth come together properly. This biologic position protects the joints, muscles and teeth during chewing.

When they do not coincide, the balance between the teeth, muscle and joint is upset and damage in the form of worn, broken, or drifting teeth can occur. The jaw can become painful with clicking and popping of the joint as signs of possible disk damage. The wide range of symptoms that can arise from this imbalance is known collectively as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder or TMD.

We evaluate your bite at your initial examination, looking for any destabilization in your occlusion. Your dental treatment involves making sure your bite is balanced and stable. When the bite is in proper alignment the teeth are secure, the jaw joints stay healthy, and you can keep your teeth for a lifetime.