GNATOLOGY
The health of our mouth is determined not only by the condition of our teeth but also by the proper functioning of the structures that support them, including the joints. This is the field of study of Gnathology, a branch of dentistry that deals with the study and treatment of pathologies involving the joints of the mouth.
The
issues related to these joints can be various and often complex. Among these are difficulties in opening and closing the mouth, pain in the face and neck, headaches due to
occlusion
problems,
bruxism (the clenching or grinding of teeth), jaw misalignment, and various other conditions.
Gnathology: treatment of disorders of the jaw joint.
The relationship between the correct contact of the two dental arches, the jaw muscles, and the cranio-mandibular bones is very close. Therefore, it is the task of the gnathologist to identify the right relationship between these structures and restore it if necessary. To this end, transparent plates, known as Bite plates, can be used, which can have various functions such as muscle relaxation, nighttime protection, or condylar distraction.
At the Centro Dentistico Coppola, we rely on cutting-edge tools to diagnose and treat these conditions. Among these is the Teethan, an innovative digital tool that monitors the activities of individual chewing muscles.
This technology allows us to obtain a precise and detailed picture of the patient's
muscle activity, contributing to accurate diagnosis and
effective treatment.
