Worn enamel

Changes in the jaw Joints usually have a negative impact on the muscles and the teeth. Conversely, changes in the bite (See "Your bite – The Foundation of dental health") will usually negatively impact the muscles and joints. Kathy presented to Link Dental complaining of jaw joint and muscle pain (See patient testimonial video) as well as severe wear of her front teeth. Her case perfectly illustrates the importance of having healthy joints and what happens to teeth and muscles when joints change.

Problems with Kathy's bite and jaw joint resulted in severe wear of her upper and lower front teeth giving her a smile that was less than pleasing.

After her joint was stabilized and her bite was corrected it was safe to restore her beautiful smile. Link dental is very careful not to proceed with cosmetic treatment until the underlying causes of the original problems are resolved. It is this "comprehensive" approach that gives our results predictability and longevity.

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