Before seeking treatment, Jim had suffered from severe migraine headaches and neck pain for nearly 20 years. What’s more, his teeth were left visibly damaged as the result of years of extensive grinding. The appearance of these misshapen teeth prevented him from smiling, even when he wasn’t suffering from a migraine. When he did smile, it was with a closed mouth in order to conceal his damaged teeth. Jim decided it was time to enlist the help of Dr. Jeffrey S. Haddad and his team of dental experts to relieve the pain and give him the smile he’d always wanted.
Designing a Treatment Plan
We evaluated Jim and found that his headaches and neck pain were just some of the TMJ symptoms he was suffering from. Through the use of advanced analytical tools, we were able to determine his ideal bite, after which we designed a unique, dental orthotic appliance to maintain his jaw in a healthy position. He began to experience relief almost immediately, and these results only improved over time. After several months, Jim was not only headache-free and but had a comfortable bite, as well.
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Now, it was time to address the cosmetic and functional issues with his smile. We formulated a plan to rebuild his teeth and maintain the ideal bite position while addressing the ongoing problems with his smile. Jim had large spaces in his smile, and signs of past dental work were visible throughout his mouth. We placed crowns, veneers, and bridges on his upper teeth while whitening his lower teeth to give them a bright, beautiful appearance. No longer plagued with worries about their size and shape, he now feels comfortable showing off his smile, which people around him say “lights up a room.”
Jim described the process and results in his testimonial: “My experience with Dr. Haddad’s team has been “Top Drawer”! The office is very clean, organized, and well run with a top-notch friendly professional staff. Everything is done with the latest technology/equipment. My treatment has allowed me to once again live life to the fullest without the migraines and jaw pain that ruled my life daily. I would definitely recommend family, friends and others to this practice for all their dental needs- cosmetic and structural!”
Begin Your Path to TMJ Relief Today
Jim is a prime example of the kind of smile transformations that are possible when you put your faith in the team of experts led by Dr. Jeffrey S. Haddad. If you’re experiencing symptoms of TMJ disorders and are ready to find relief, come by our Rochester Hills office to begin building your curated treatment plan. Alternatively call us at (248) 480-0085 or use our online contact form. We look forward to hearing from you.
