Airways, Joints & Other Specialities

We are committed to improving your health and well-being through a holistic approach to dentistry. This involves addressing potential issues beyond your teeth and gums. Two areas that can significantly impact your oral and overall health are the airways and joints.

The following sections provide detailed insights into how we manage issues related to airways (including snoring and sleep apnea) and joint disorders (particularly TMJ).

Airway issues such as snoring and sleep apnea can significantly impact your sleep quality and overall health. These issues often occur when the airway becomes narrow or blocked during sleep, causing disruptions in breathing.

Snoring is the vibration of respiratory structures due to obstructed air movement during breathing while asleep. It’s often a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a more severe condition where the throat muscles intermittently relax and block the airway during sleep.

We offer various treatment options to manage these airway problems. We understand the underlying issues associated with these conditions and provide solutions that suit your unique needs.

This may include oral appliances, which can keep your airway open by gently moving your jaw forward. This prevents the soft tissue in the back of your throat from collapsing, which typically causes snoring and sleep apnea.

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull. Disorders of this joint may lead to symptoms like jaw pain, difficulty chewing, and an uncomfortable bite.

An improper bite (malocclusion) could lead to a misaligned TMJ, often resulting in wear and tear, soreness, headaches, and other discomforts.

Our approach to treating TMJ disorders is comprehensive, focusing not only on the symptoms but also on the root cause of the problem.

We use advanced techniques and tools to diagnose TMJ disorders, assess your bite, and design a personalised treatment plan. Treatment can range from exercises and the use of dental appliances to adjusting the bite and even surgery in severe cases.

Understanding your oral health’s connection to other body systems is crucial in maintaining overall health. This knowledge helps us provide treatments that ensure your teeth, airways, and joints function optimally, offering you relief from discomfort and an improved quality of life.