Orthodontic Treatment can, and often does change the position of the patient's mandible. Because of this, many clinicians use orthodontics as part of their treatment of patients with craniofacial pain. However,if we accept the premise that mandibular repositioning can be helpful, we must also accept that it may result in a less favorable position.
Many practitioners who do orthodontics use Joint Vibration Analysis (JVA), and Electromyography (BioEMG II) to ensure that they do not start orthodontic treatment on a patient with compromised temporomandibular joints or musculature.
The BioPAK system helps the orthodontist to accurately and objectively evaluate the patient's temporomandibular joint, muscles and mandible, before, during and after treatment. This allows the clinician to make sure that the patient's mandible is in a physiologically acceptable position before ending treatment. Using the JT-3D Jaw Tracker, the clinician can monitor the progress of treatment, not only as changes in appearance, but also in terms of improved functionality.
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Brock Rondeau, D.D.S., I.B.O., D.A.B.C.P. Dr. Brock Rondeau is one of North America’s most sought after clinicians specializing in the treatment of patients with orthodontic, orthopedic, TMJ and snoring and sleep apnea problems for the past 25 years. Read More |
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Dr. Derek Mahony Specialist Orthodontist Specialist Orthodontist BDS(Syd) MScOrth(Lon) DOrth RCS(Edin) MDOrth RCSP(Glas) MOrth RCS(Eng) MOrth RCS(Edin)/ FCDS(HK) FRCD(Can) IBO FICD FICCDE Derek Mahony is a Sydney based Specialist Orthodontist who has spoken to thousands of practitioners about the benefits of interceptive orthodontic treatment. Read More |
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Dr. Jay Gerber For over twenty years Dr. Jay Gerber has introduced the concepts of functional jaw orthopedics and neuromuscular occlusal treatment to thousands of dentists. Through his teaching and published works he has earned a reputation as one of the world's leaders in modern occlusal concepts. His clinical efforts and innovative teaching techniques have benefited thousands of dentists and patients through stable occlusal finishing. Read More |
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Dr. Jin Song Dr. Jin S. Song is the Program Director of the Southern California Orthodontic Symposium. He is an orthodontic mentor to general and pediatric dentists nationwide. He guest lectures internationally at orthodontic conferences, symposium, and multi-discipline dental study groups. Read More |
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Dr. Ralph Garcia Jr. Dr. Garcia has been a pioneer in the field of TMD and Orthodontics. He is widely published and has lectured to thousands of clinicians all over the world. He was the 1999 AAFO Man of the Year. Read More |