Inspira Advanced Dentistry

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ORTHODONTICS Q&A Crooked teeth don’t only take away from the appearance of your smile, but they’re also difficult to keep clean. If you want straighter, more beautiful teeth, the expert dentists at Inspira Advanced Dentistry can help. They offer many orthodontics treatments to improve your bite, face shape, and the look of your teeth and smile. Call the office to learn more or book an appointment online today. What is orthodontics? Orthodontics includes dental procedures your provider uses to shift the position of your teeth and bite, improving your smile’s appearance and function. Orthodontics treatment can also alter the shape of your face to improve symmetry. The Inspira Advanced Dentistry team personalizes orthodontics treatments to achieve the best results for children and adults. What kinds of orthodontics treatments are available? Some of the many kinds of orthodontics treatments available at Inspira Advanced Dentistry include: Epigenetic orthodontics Epigenetic orthodontics offers nonsurgical treatment that corrects irregularities in facial symmetry. These procedures also correct poorly aligned bites. Physiologic orthodontics Physiologic orthodontics is an approach to straightening teeth and adapting bones in your face to their full potential. This treatment moves teeth and stimulates facial bones to offer straighter teeth, maximum jaw function, and a healthier airway. Invisalign® Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners that progressively straighten your crooked teeth without using uncomfortable and unsightly wires and brackets. Candid Clear Aligners A modern clear-aligner system combining in-office expertise with remote monitoring, offering comfortable, discreet, and efficient treatment - often with fewer office visits.‍ Retainers You can wear a retainer once your braces are removed or after you finish your Invisalign treatment. The retainer keeps your teeth in alignment. What are the benefits of orthodontics treatment? The many benefits you can experience after orthodontics treatment at Inspira Advanced Dentistry include: Straighter teeth Healthier airway Full jaw function No more weak chin Reduced TMJ pain Lower risk of sleep apnea No surgery You can complete orthodontics treatment at Inspira Advanced Dentistry at any age. The highly trained dental team focuses on your entire face, not just your teeth. Providers help you achieve the beautiful cosmetic results and improved facial structures you’ve longed for. Which kind of orthodontics treatment is right for me? The Inspira Advanced Dentistry team reviews your oral health history, examines your teeth and gums, and takes dental X-rays to determine which orthodontics treatment is best for you. They discuss your desired results before personalizing an orthodontics treatment plan. Don’t live with crooked, misaligned teeth or poor facial structure. Orthodontics procedures at Inspira Advanced Dentistry can give you the gorgeous smile and face shape you want. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online today. ‍

NEUROMUSCULAR DENTISTRY Q&A; If you experience pain in your head, jaw, neck, or face, you could be suffering from neuromuscular dysfunction. Fortunately, the expert team at Inspira Advanced Dentistry in Campbell, California, use neuromuscular dentistry to ease your discomfort and give you a better quality of life. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online. What is neuromuscular dentistry? Neuromuscular dentistry deals with treating unexplained pain in your head, neck, and face where nerve endings are. Neuromuscular dysfunction includes pain related to imbalances in the bite of your teeth, irregular jaw joints, or inflammation of facial tissues. Treatment at Inspira Advanced Dentistry can offer you relief. What are the symptoms of neuromuscular dysfunction? The symptoms of neuromuscular dysfunction, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, include: Jaw pain Facial pain Neck pain Headaches Migraines Popping sounds in the jaw Facial spasms Tooth sensitivity Ringing in your ears These symptoms can feel crippling when left untreated. But you do not have to live with them. What causes neuromuscular dysfunction? Common causes of neuromuscular dysfunction include: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders Misaligned bite Jaw trauma Tooth loss Stress Jaw clenching Jaw grinding Sleep apnea At the first sign of neuromuscular problems and discomfort, see the Inspira Advanced Dentistry team for an evaluation. Is neuromuscular dentistry right for me? Your provider talks with you about your symptoms and medical history to determine if neuromuscular dentistry is right for you. They examine your teeth, gums, mouth, and jaw and evaluate your jaw’s joint range of motion. Your dental team takes and reviews dental X-rays to diagnose your condition and develop an effective treatment. What are common neuromuscular dentistry treatments? To reduce TMJ discomfort and other kinds of facial, jaw, head, or neck pain, your Inspira Advanced Dentistry provider could recommend one or more of the following treatments: Oral appliances Wearing an oral appliance in your mouth can reduce the pain associated with jaw clenching and teeth grinding, also called bruxism. Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS) TENS uses low-voltage electrical currents to relieve the pain of TMJ disorders. Cold Laser Therapy An MLS laser reduces inflammation and pain in muscles and joints. Trigger point injections Your dentist can place trigger point injections into targeted areas of your face to relax tight muscles responsible for face, neck, or headache pain. These and other neuromuscular dentistry procedures soothe the muscles surrounding your jaw joint, decreasing TMJ pain. Don’t let facial, neck, or head pain caused by neuromuscular dysfunction take away from your quality of life. Simple treatments are within reach at Inspira Advanced Dentistry. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online today.

If your child is swallowing incorrectly, breathing through their mouth frequently, sucking their thumb, or has other poor habits, this could affect their oral health and development. And even in adults, these patterns can contribute to orthodontic issues and affect quality of life. But at Inspira Advanced Dentistry, our doctors are here to help. We offer advanced, interdisciplinary treatment with myofunctional therapy in Campbell, CA. With our team on your side, you can take steps to correct your child’s habits, encourage healthier oral development, and put them on a path to a lifetime of healthy smiles. What Is Myofunctional Therapy? Myofunctional therapy uses a variety of stretches, exercises, and other physical therapy techniques to correct orofacial myofunctional disorders or OMDs for short. These disorders include things like mouth breathing, improper swallowing, and other undesirable habits. Myofunctional therapy is usually used for children, though adult myofunctional therapy may also be recommended for older patients in some cases. Treating orofacial myofunctional disorders is extremely important for kids. If left untreated, they can cause serious oral health problems as your child’s teeth, mouth, and jaws develop. Tongue thrusting, for example, is a common habit in kids. It consists of pushing the tongue against the front teeth while speaking, swallowing, or even while the tongue is resting. It may surprise you, but over time, the pressure of tongue thrusting can actually alter the position of your child’s teeth and lead to bite problems, speech issues, and improper tooth alignment. With myofunctional therapy, the dentists at Inspira Advanced Dentistry can diagnose your child, get to the root of their “bad habits,” and provide techniques, exercises, and other resources that can help them get back on track. The benefits of myofunctional therapy Choosing myofunctional therapy for yourself or your child has lots of benefits. Here are just a few of them: Improved breathing Better overall sleep quality Eliminate harmful oral habits Ensure proper oral development in kids Improve clarity of speech Enhance overall oral health Reduce or eliminate the need for orthodontics in the future Lower risk of TMJ/TMD, sleep apnea, and other disorders Who Is A Good Candidate For Myofunctional Therapy? Anyone with an OMD may be a good candidate for myofunctional therapy, regardless of age. Myofunctional therapy is typically recommended for kids, but may be appropriate for adult patients in some cases. You or your child may be a good candidate if you have issues such as: ‍ Tongue thrust – Tongue thrust occurs when the tongue is in contact with the teeth when swallowing, speaking, or at rest. This is also sometimes called a “reverse swallow” if it mostly happens when swallowing food. Open mouth posture – This occurs when your child’s mouth is open at rest. Mouth breathing is also quite common in patients with open mouth posture. Speech impediments – If your child is unable to speak clearly, it’s possible that this is caused by an OMD that’s interfering with their oral development. This is especially likely if your child has issues making “s” or “sh” sounds. Thumb sucking – Over time, thumb sucking can interfere with proper oral development and lead to problems like crooked teeth, a narrow palate, and other orthodontic problems. It may not always be possible to recognize OMDs on your own. If you suspect your child has an OMD, it’s best to work with a pediatrician, speech-language pathologist, or a dentist specializing in myofunctional therapy to properly diagnose their issues. CTA: Find Out if You're a Candidate for Myofunctional Therapy Common Myofunctional Therapy Exercises Not sure what myofunctional therapy exercises may be recommended for you or for your child as part of your treatment plan? The exact treatment plan tends to vary based on each patient’s age, their specific OMD, their oral development, and many other factors. However, myofunctional therapy typically includes most of the following types of exercises: Facial muscle strengthening OMDs can often be caused or worsened by imbalances in facial muscles. Children who tongue thrust or have a reverse swallow, for example, may have learned this habit due to issues with the muscles in their jaws, lips, and other parts of their face. Facial muscle exercises can be used to help strengthen these muscles, restore balance, and correct common OMDs. Tongue positioning exercises For patients who have OMDs related to the positioning of their tongue, a variety of tongue positioning exercises may be used to “retrain” the position of the tongue. For example, in myofunctional therapy, a child may be taught exercises to strengthen their tongue, and to ensure the proper position (placed on the roof of the mouth) when swallowing.

SMILE MAKEOVER Q&A; If you’re not happy with the appearance of your teeth, you can achieve a perfect smile with the help of Inspira Advanced Dentistry. The expert dental team offers smile makeovers to give you the beautiful teeth and smile you deserve. The practice maintains a state-of-the-art facility in Campbell, California. Call the office to book an appointment or schedule one online today. What is a smile makeover? A smile makeover is a series of dental procedures used by your dentist to improve the appearance and function of your teeth. Smile makeovers can give you the perfectly shaped, whiter, straighter teeth you desire with little or no downtime. What are the common smile makeover procedures? Once you decide you're ready for a smile makeover, your Inspira Advanced Dentistry provider can recommend one or more of the following cosmetic procedures: Dental bonding Bonding uses a tooth-colored resin and a high-intensity curing light to improve the appearance of teeth. Bonding can cover cracks, chips, discoloration, gaps, decaying, and other imperfections. Veneers Dental veneers are tooth-colored shells your dentist bonds to the front of your natural teeth to improve the way they look and feel. Crowns Crowns are tooth-colored dental caps that cover the entire surface of your natural teeth to strengthen them and improve the way they look, feel, and function. Bridges Bridges replace missing permanent teeth by filling in gaps and giving you the full set of natural-looking teeth you long for. Dental implants Dental implants are metal tooth roots that anchor crowns, bridges, or dentures to replace missing permanent teeth. Dentures Dentures replace some or all of your permanent teeth to perfect their function and appearance. Teeth whitening Inspira Advanced Dentistry offers in-office Philips® Zoom! teeth whitening and professional-strength home whitening to make your teeth whiter and brighter. Orthodontics/Invisalign Orthodontics procedures at Inspira Advanced Dentistry can straighten crooked teeth, improve bite alignment, and perfect facial structures. Is a smile makeover right for me? To find out if you’re a candidate for a smile makeover, the Inspira Advanced Dentistry team reviews your oral health history, examines your teeth and gums, and takes dental X-rays. They discuss the results you’re looking for and then personalize a smile makeover plan. If you have an imperfect smile you feel self-conscious about, and you’d like a smile makeover, call the Inspira Advanced Dentistry office or book an appointment online today.

Missing any number of teeth can take a toll on your quality of life and your oral health. Dental implants, a popular restorative dentistry treatment technique, provide several highly effective solutions to replacing missing teeth and restoring smiles to their complete form, function, and beauty. What Are Dental Implants? A dental implant is a restorative dental prosthetic used to securely support a dental restoration to replace one or more lost teeth. Dental implants consist of three basic components: Implant Anchor - The anchor is a screw-like prosthetic made of biocompatible metal. The anchor is implanted directly in the jawbone to mimic a natural tooth's root system and provide a secure, permanent support structure. Implant Abutment - Also made of biocompatible metal, the abutment connects to the anchor and is designed to support a restoration. Permanent Dental Restoration - The restoration is the only visible portion of a dental implant that replaces the portion of a missing tooth located above the gum line. Usually made of highly durable tooth-colored porcelain, restoration options include dental crowns, dental bridges, or full or partial dentures. What Are the Benefits of Smile Restoration with Dental Implants? While there are several options for replacing missing teeth, such as dental bridges and traditional dentures, dental restorations supported by implants offer several benefits and advantages over treatment alternatives. Lifetime Tooth Replacement - Dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. With proper ongoing oral hygiene and care, this investment in your oral health should never need to be replaced. Enhance Your Smile - Implant-supported dental restorations are designed to look beautiful and natural. Whether you're replacing one, several, or all of your teeth with an implant-supported restoration, your treatment will be custom-designed to blend in with remaining natural teeth while enhancing your overall features and bone structure. Work and Feel Like Natural Teeth - An implant-supported dental restoration is the only tooth-replacement treatment option that works and feels exactly like your natural teeth. Support Jawbone Health - When a natural tooth is lost, the jawbone beneath the missing tooth begins to degenerate. Over time, this can harm the health of remaining natural teeth, alter your bone structure, and change your physical appearance. Dental implants prevent jawbone degeneration, supporting ongoing oral health and preserving your facial features. Versatile Treatment Options - Dental implants can be used to support a variety of different types of prosthetic dental restorations. As a result, they can be used in a variety of treatment cases. Paired with dental crowns, implants replace teeth on a one-for-one basis. Paired with a dental bridge, one or two implants can replace several consecutive missing teeth. Paired with a full or partial denture, a number (four, six, or eight) of strategically placed dental implants can replace all or most of a patient's teeth. What to Expect: The Treatment Process with Dental Implants The process of restoring a smile with dental implants is a little different for every patient. Primarily, it varies depending on the patient's current jawbone health and structure, oral health, remaining teeth, and the type of dental restoration required. Consultation The process always begins with a consultation which includes an oral examination, diagnostic images, and the treatment plan design process. Treatment Preparation: Bone Grafting and Tooth Extraction Some patients might require tooth extraction or bone grafting prior to treatment with dental implants. These procedures take place and are followed by periods of healing and/or bone generation before treatment begins. Implant Placement Dental implant placement is a minor oral surgical procedure that usually takes place with the use of local anesthesia and sedation dentistry designed to help patients stay comfortable and relaxed during the procedure. Healing and Osseointegration After the implant anchor has been placed, a period of healing will occur. During this time, the anchor osseointegrates with the jawbone, forming a strong and secure bond. Abutment Placement After fully healed, the abutment will be attached to the anchor. Depending on how a patient's soft tissues have healed after the implant placement, this procedure might require a short period of healing. Dental Restoration Placement Once fully healed, we securely and permanently attach the patient's custom-designed dental restoration to the implant abutment, completing the treatment process.