TMJD Treatment Timeline
What to Expect During Treatment
1st Appointment
Consultation
Anticipate 2 hours for this visit. Dr. Alex strongly suggests that you bring someone with you to this appointment due to the amount of information that is reviewed. During this visit any necessary x-rays and photographs will be taken. Also, a detailed medical and dental history will be reviewed. We need to learn about your journey, other doctors and methods that you have tired to help with your TMJD. We also evaluate the muscles of the head and neck and posture.
2nd Appointment
Orthotic Work Up
2 hour appointment to assess jaw and neck muscle activity, jaw movement, and joint function utilizing our computer technology the K-7. Also, localized x-rays of your joint and Cephalometric films are taken.
2nd Appointment
3rd Appointment
Bite
2 hour appointment,Includes 1 hour U.L.F. T.E.N.S. therapy. Dr. Alex will determine your proper bite/jaw position based off of your muscles and current jaw tracking. This appointment is utilized to make your orthotic.
4th Appointment
4th Appointment
5th Appointment
Follow Up Care
As your jaw structure begins heal and improve its function and balance, and as your posture improves, adjustments to your bite and/or your orthotic will be required to continue to provide balanced support. Appointments are as needed.
Contact Info
181 Wexford-Bayne Rd. (Route 910) Suite 200
Wexford, PA 15090
Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 724.220.2347
Fax: 724.934.3426
Fax: 724.934.3426