Pain Free Dentistry
Temporomandibular disorder
(TMJ, TMJD or TMD) affects the temporomandibular joint, an
area that includes the hinge jaw joint (the bridge for the
lower jaw or mandible) and the temporal bone of the skull
located in front of each ear, the muscles surrounding the
jaw and the jaw itself.
 If
you fear a trip to the dentist, you are not alone. But why
is this so? There seem to be a number of reasons. Some patients
have a fear of the unknown; some may have had a past traumatic
experience, especially in their childhood; while others’ fear
may be based on horror stories they have heard.
One way to alleviate fear is to research
the dentist and the procedure before you decide to proceed.
My practice has performed thousands of different types of
cosmetic procedures all of which are collated on an internal
database. We also have numerous DVDs of patient testimonials.
Fear can also derive from age. Older generations
may have experienced distressing dentistry due to lack of
fluoridation, as well as from a lack of orthodontic treatment.
Patients aged in their fifties are often excellent candidates
for aesthetic improvement. This is because they usually have
had multiple amalgam restorations which have served them well
until now, and they may have a few missing teeth or unsightly
crowns displaying dark marginal discolouration. Cosmetic dentistry
can dramatically improve a person’s aesthetic appearance.
In terms of pain, dentistry has come a long way. Cosmetic
procedures such as veneers, crowns and implants can be accomplished
by using the same local anaesthetic used for normal fillings.
Ultimately though, the patient chooses the preferred method
of pain control. IV sedation and nitrous oxide are also offered.
What can sleep
dentistry do for you?
Sleep Dentistry eliminates the awareness,
sights, sounds, smells, tastes and pain of needles, instruments
and drilling.
-> Sleep Dentistry eliminates
fear, anxiety and discomfort and makes the dental experience
enjoyable.
-> Sleep Dentistry enables busy people
to have multiple procedures and long sessions done in a single
appointment.
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