Occlusion and TMJ
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Functional assessment with imaging and digital bite recording
“Every click or pain in the jaw is a sign we should listen to.”
Dr. João Machado
Occlusion and TMJ treatment
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunctions and occlusion problems affect the way we chew, speak and even breathe.
They are frequent causes of headaches, clicks when opening the mouth, joint blocks, dental wear and even neck pain or tinnitus.
Occlusion and TMJ at GSC Dental Clinic
At Gambelas Smile Clinic, we assess the masticatory system in an integrated way. Our dentists specialised in the treatment of dental occlusion use cutting-edge technology such as the intraoral scanner, imaging exams and digital bite records.
Based on the Occlusion and TMJ diagnosis, our dental medical team creates personalised treatment plans, namely:
- Occlusal adjustments,
- Night guards,
- Physiotherapy,
- Posture correction
- Prosthetic rehabilitation.
The goal of the dentist specialised in occlusion and TMJ treatment is to eliminate pain, restore functional balance and protect the patient's teeth and joints in the long term.
We work side by side with the patient to understand their concerns, raise awareness of the problem and act with clinical rigour.
How the Occlusion and TMJ treatment works
Personalised digital assessment and planning
Clinical, radiographic and tomographic study to define the number of implants, position and type of rehabilitation.
Implant placement
Minimally invasive surgical procedure, with local anaesthesia, to insert the implant into the bone structure.
Osseointegration period
Healing phase (usually 8 to 12 weeks) in which the implant integrates naturally into the bone.
Placement of the definitive crown or prosthesis
After bone integration, the definitive dental piece is placed, restoring aesthetics and function to the smile.
Our dental medical team
At Gambelas Smile Clinic, the approach to TMJ and occlusion treatment is carried out with a multidisciplinary vision and attention to detail.
We are a reference Dental Clinic in the Algarve in Occlusion and TMJ and therefore work in articulation with the best specialist dentists and physiotherapists.
When necessary, we integrate other health areas, to treat the source of the symptoms and restore quality of life to our patients
We follow each case with empathy, active listening and clinical rigour.
Dr. João Machado
Dental Surgeon - Oral Rehabilitation and Dental Aesthetics (OMD 8094)
Dr. João Machado dedicates himself to aesthetics and oral rehabilitation, with advanced postgraduate studies in these areas. At Gambelas Smile Clinic since 2016, focused on harmonising smiles.
Applied innovation
Intraoral scanner
Accurate digital recording of occlusion and tooth contact.
CBCT (3D tomography)
Three-dimensional assessment of the temporomandibular joints.
Digital radiology
Quick exams with minimal radiation exposure.
Goteiras personalizadas
Crafted with CAD/CAM technology.
Digital monitoring of progress
To adjust the therapeutic plan with precision
Post-treatment recommendations for patients
Night guard
Use the night guard as prescribed, especially while sleeping.
Diet
Avoid very hard foods or one-sided chewing in the first days.
Fisioterapia
Follow the physiotherapist's instructions if included in the treatment plan.
Appointments
Have periodic reassessments to adapt the treatment to the improvements.
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Symptoms treated with the Occlusion and TMJ treatment
Frequent headaches
They can be associated with muscle tension, bruxism, bite changes or temporomandibular dysfunction.
Clicks or blocks when opening the mouth
They can indicate changes in the temporomandibular joint, limiting jaw opening and function.
Pronounced tooth wear
It can result from bruxism or occlusal overload, causing sensitivity, fractures and loss of tooth structure.
Pain in the jaw joint
It can indicate temporomandibular dysfunction, joint inflammation, muscle tension or bite overload.
Bruxism (teeth grinding)
Clenching or grinding the teeth can cause wear, muscle pain, dental fractures and joint changes.
Tinnitus
They can be related to muscle tension, joint changes or temporomandibular dysfunction.
Neck pain or facial muscle tension
It can be associated with bruxism, bite changes, muscle overload or temporomandibular dysfunction.