A simple dental procedure can rid you of migraines easily and inexpensively.

Migraines can cause TMJ.

Why do migraines occur? Although there are various reasons…

• emotional stress
• physical exertion
• changes in weather
• certain foods (MSG, caffeine, etc.)
• low blood sugar

…one of the biggest reasons is stress. And one of the symptoms of stress is clenching of the jaw and teeth, both when asleep and awake.

We won’t go into the specifics here, but clenching your jaw can lead to migraines, and that’s why there is a specific dental molding that can help. It alleviates migraines by retraining your jaw to not grind and clench.

Will it relieve all your stress or pain?

We might not be able to relieve all your stress, but we can potentially treat the migraine, and that leads to a happier life!

Please contact us for more information. We are happy to discuss your smile!

Headaches can be caused by TMJ! And it’s usually the last thing people think of that’s causing the problem. We have successfully treated many patients who thought they had exhaused all options for headache pain relief.

TMJ can cause a ‘misalignment’ of the entire upper body. Grinding of the teeth is usually a symptom of stress, but can cause problems directly to the neck, shoulders and back. Basically, TMJ puts your body out of whack, causing a myriad of cascading problems. Only recently has TMJ been attributed to neck and shoulder problems.

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Usually only minor treatment is needed. Some treatments:

• pain reliever
• softer foods
• no gum chewing
• applying ice
• physical therapy
• stress management
• posture training
• bite plates
• adjusting bite (occlusal equilibration)
• surgery

Come visit us if you feel that you have a problem and we can review some treatments together. We have dental appliances that you can wear during sleep that reduce biting and grinding, sometimes permanently.

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While the exact cause of this disorder is unknown, some factors have been attributed to it; strange bitedown, arthritis, stress, even injury. It could be multiple factors. What IS know is this causes clenching or grinding of teeth, especially during the night when you’re not aware of it.

The effects range, but usually the person develops muscle spasms and pain, which in turn cause more clenching, which in turn causes more TMJ. This is a spiral towards an even more painful jaw and mouth.

List of Symptoms

• jaw pain, usually in morning, and during chewing or yawning
• earache without infection, sometimes into the face
• pain in front of ear
• clicking or grinding noise while opening and closing mouth, or difficulty moving mouth
• stiff jaw when talking or yawning
• sensitive teeth with no dental problems
• aches on side of head
• burning sensations on tongue
• grinding of teeth
• restriction of jaw movement

If you have these symptoms persistently, come see us. We have solutions to this problem.

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Statistics show that almost 70% of all adults have some form of gum disease. Amazing!

Gum disease is caused by bacterial infections in the gums. Gum disease goes through stages and takes time, but much of the damage is irreversible. Check for red, puffy gum tissue that bleeds when touched with a toothbrush or floss.

The only adequate technique for spotting this process is for you to have regular checkups. Preventative maintenance only takes a few minutes per year, and could save your teeth!

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Sometimes expecting mothers can be more susceptible to gum disease. Why? Hormonal changes can change body chemistry considerably and reduce immunity response in the mouth. Also, mothers tend to eat more (but smaller) meals during pregnancy. This exposes the mouth to more sugars and acids. And finally, pregnant mothers tend to have a sweet tooth!

For these reasons it is important for expecting mothers to maintain a regular checkup and cleaning of teeth for good health and great teeth!

Some good tips for emergency dental aid:

• If for some reason a tooth is loose, but still attached, leave it in place
• If the tooth is out of its socket and no longer attached, but still in the mouth, have the person hold it in place and contact us immediately.
• If the tooth is already out of the mouth, wrap it in a clean cloth and do not let it dry out. Soaking it in milk is the best way to preserve it. Also, do not try to clean it in any way or remove debris (like attached tissue).

Then call us right away – Dr. Potts does emergency dental care!

Dr. Potts / 805.388.3319

Bad breath can be caused by gum disease (Peridontitis). This is caused by inadequate brushing and flossing. The gums pull away from the teeth creating pockets where bacteria can thrive, creating a pus and odor.

But there’s help. It can be easily treated after examination. If you have recurring bad breath and nothing seems to work, come in for a checkup – nothing can boost your self-confidence more! If you no longer have an infection, it will no longer cause bad breath!

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Dental implants are a 2-step process.

Step 1 is the placement of the dental implant itself.

The implants are placed into the jaw bone for a period of 3 to 6 months. This allows the mouth to get used to the implant so it won’t be rejected by the mouth. Also, the mouth bone begins to actually bond with the implant itself. This creates an incredibly strong implant!

Step 2 is the creation of the tooth.

Step 2 is the creation of the tooth, and the adhering of that tooth to the implant. More than one tooth can be created at a time.

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A complete evalution is needed when getting a dental implant, including the patient’s medical and dental history, as well as a clinical examination of the entire mouth and missing tooth area.

Through this examination Dr. Potts will determine whether dental implants are right for you. Once completed, Dr. Potts can give you estimates as to healing time (which depends upon bone health), and review the process with you start to finish. Types of implants will be reviewed, and together you will select the best one for your needs.

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