Comprehensive Neuromuscular Dentistry Owasso

Why Should I Visit a Comprehensive Neuromuscular Dentist?

Dr. Lim’s background is in dentistry, and he has also completed hundreds of hours of post-graduate training in orthopedic facial development, as well as the renowned Las Vegas Institute’s neuromuscular dentistry program. With over 30 years of experience and a dedication to helping his patients find answers, he’s proud to be a top-rated comprehensive neuromuscular dentist, not just in Owasso, but throughout the country. Among all of his other accolades, Dr. Lim is an active member of the International College of Craniomandibular Orthopedics, as well as a Vivos-trained provider and mentor and educator to physicians and dentists across the country.

For most of his patients, a trip to Dr. Lim has resulted in long-awaited relief from debilitating symptoms. His compassionate and solution-oriented nature makes him a comprehensive neuromuscular dentist his patients can truly rely on.

Common Symptoms That TMJ/ Neuromuscular Care Can Treat

One of the factors that can make finding answers to neuromuscular conditions so difficult is how many different symptoms they can cause throughout the entire body. Our team’s comprehensive and detail-oriented approach to care allows us to pinpoint the underlying causes of our patients’ symptoms to find non-surgical, effective solutions tailored to their unique needs.

Dizziness/ Vertigo

Your ears help you balance and know where you are in space. You could become dizzy and disoriented when overworked and tension-filled muscles apply pressure to your inner ear, which is responsible for helping you find equilibrium. Some people even experience vertigo and can no longer perform their favorite activities until they seek treatment.

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Headaches & Migraines

Do you have chronic headaches and migraines? We know how disorienting and excruciating head pain can be. A common reason why people experience chronic headaches and migraines is TMJ disorder. Your misaligned jaw can cause your muscles and nerves to become strained, resulting in pain. Additionally, your trigeminal nerve, which runs through your jaw joint, could become pinched and trigger a migraine.

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Chronic Fatigue

Many patients aren’t aware that a large part of neuromuscular dentistry is addressing sleep-breathing disorders like obstructive sleep apnea. When left untreated, OSA can lead to a variety of health issues and symptoms that impact your daily life, including chronic fatigue. By determining the underlying cause of airway obstruction, your sleep apnea dentist in Owasso can help provide you with adequate oxygen flow to not only improve your overall health, but also your quality of rest.

Balance Issues

Balance issues can lead to unexpected falls, stress, and anxiety while out in public, ultimately affecting the way you live your day-to-day life. What many people don’t realize is how their jaw muscles, joints, facial nerves, sinuses, and ears all work together to help establish the location and even footing of your body in space. When a neuromuscular dental condition throws this equilibrium off, it can result in balance problems.

TMJ, Shoulder & Neck Pain

Neck and shoulder pain are other common signs of TMJ disorder. Your jaw plays a significant role in your upper body. When pulling the jaw back into alignment constantly, the muscles become fatigued. After some time, they may seek support from your neck and shoulder muscles, causing aches and pain in those areas.

Difficulty Sleeping

If you experience chronic fatigue, you may also have difficulty getting to and staying asleep. Obstructive sleep apnea is a common cause of these symptoms, and while some patients may benefit from CPAP treatment, others may be intolerant of the facial mask that must be worn and noise of the device. In these cases, your dentist in Owasso can create customized sleep apnea appliances to allow ample oxygen flow as you rest, helping you achieve a deeper state of sleep.

Anxiety

While anxiety can be caused by a number of underlying issues, whether that’s increased stress, life circumstances, or even situational, it can also be linked to neuromuscular dental problems. For patients experiencing anxiety in addition to other neuromuscular dental symptoms, our team may be able to help provide much-needed relief.

Earaches and Constant Ringing in the Ears

TMJ disorder can cause earaches, ear ringing, ear congestion, and hearing loss, which many people are surprised to learn! Your jaw joints sit below your ears and can pull on ligaments connecting to your inner ear, causing this daily discomfort and loss of function.

Difficulty Chewing/Biting

TMJ disorder can cause difficulty with chewing or biting. You may feel that you are unable to open your mouth all the way or that you need to exert more force than usual when chewing. This is a telltale sign that your jaw is out of balance.

Jaw Locking/ Popping

Jaw noises are common for those with TMJ disorder. If you can hear your jaw click or pop when you open your mouth, it means your jaw is slipping in and out of place. Eventually, your joints could degrade, and you could experience the alarming condition of a locked jaw, meaning your jaw could become stuck in an open position. If this happens, stay calm. Our team can safely unlock your jaw without causing further damage.

Tingling Fingers & Arms

Your jaw muscles and bone structure can pinch the nerves that run through your joint. Over time, you may notice tingling in your fingers and arms.