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As a physician, Shaw realized that grinding in the jaw joints should not be ignored. He realized that over time, this could lead to serious problems with his TMJ. His bite was crooked when the teeth came together.When he looked into solutions, the only option offered was orthognathic surgery. Orthodontic treatment, followed by jaw surgery and further orthodontia to finish the treatment.
Besides the risks of jaw surgery - general anesthesia, losing feeling on face due to nerve injury, among others - he did not have the years needed for this treatment plan.
So, even though he had no pain symptoms, Shaw opted to have his jaw realigned without surgery through Neuro Muscular dentistry. The treatment was finished through beautiful porcelain restorations to stabilize the position for long term.
The awesome new smile was a bonus! He certainly appreciates making a confident first impression when he meets his patients.
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American Dental Association recognizes only nine specialty areas. Cosmetic dentistry, TMJ, implant dentistry, Neuromuscular dentistry and Aesthetic dentistry are not part of these nine specialty areas. While Dr. Raman is a general dentist that has received many years of training in these areas and trains dentists from around the world in these advanced dental areas, since there is no ADA recognition of specialty in these areas, Missouri rules require the following statement. "Cosmetic dentistry, TMJ, implant dentistry, Neuromuscular dentistry and Aesthetic dentistry are specialty areas not recognized by the ADA that requires no specific educational training to advertise this service".
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