Func­tional
diagnosis

Diagnosis and treat­ment of cranio­man­di­bular dysfunc­tion

Dental func­tional diagno­stics refers to the analysis of the cranio-mandi­bular system, which includes the teeth, jaw muscles, and jaw joints. Signs of cranio­man­di­bular dysfunc­tion (CMD), that is, a jaw joint dysfunc­tion, are, for example, a clicking jaw, general tension, or pain in the jaw, neck, and spinal area. With these symptoms or suspi­cion of CMD, we first thoroughly analyze the situa­tion in our dental prac­tice in Bogenhausen to find an indi­vi­dual solu­tion. A jaw joint dysfunc­tion often requires the colla­bo­ra­tion of several disci­plines. Ther­e­fore, we work with ortho­pe­dists, osteo­paths, and physio­the­ra­pists.

Ortho­pedic treat­ment for jaw dysfunc­tion

In most cases, cranio­man­di­bular dysfunc­tion is initi­ally treated with braces or is used in conjunc­tion with therapy. A special upper jaw brace is indi­vi­du­ally tail­ored after measu­ring your jaw posi­tion and worn during sleep. This brace reli­eves the jaw joints and jaw muscles, reduces jaw clen­ching and thus alle­viates pain and tension. Regular use can correct jaw alignment and achieve long-term freedom from discom­fort. Botu­linum toxin can also be used to support muscular tension. This active subs­tance, also known as Botox®, reduces muscle acti­vity in the jaw area and can thus relieve pain and improve jaw mobi­lity.