Bite Adjustment in Mt Pleasant
A healthy bite is essential for optimal dental function and overall oral health. When your teeth don’t align properly, it can lead to discomfort, tooth wear, and even jaw joint issues. Bite adjustment, also known as occlusal adjustment, is a procedure designed to correct these misalignments, ensuring your teeth come together evenly and comfortably.
What Is Bite Adjustment?
Bite adjustment involves reshaping the surfaces of your teeth to eliminate areas of excessive pressure, allowing your teeth to meet more evenly. This process can address issues such as:
- Tooth wear or sensitivity
- Jaw pain or discomfort
- Headaches or neck aches
- Clicking or popping sounds in the jaw
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Misaligned dental restorations
By redistributing bite forces, bite adjustment helps prevent further dental damage and promotes long-term oral health.
Occlusal Adjustment in Mt Pleasant
The Procedure
During a bite adjustment, your dentist will:
- Assess Your Bite: Using tools like articulating paper or digital sensors, your dentist identifies areas where your teeth make uneven contact.
- Reshape Teeth or Restorations: Minor adjustments are made by carefully removing small amounts of enamel from specific teeth or dental restorations to achieve a more balanced bite.
- Reevaluate Bite Alignment: After each adjustment, your dentist rechecks your bite to ensure even contact and comfort.
This procedure is typically performed without anesthesia, as only minimal enamel is removed. Most patients experience little to no discomfort during or after the procedure.
Benefits of Bite Adjustment
Correcting bite misalignments can lead to:
- Reduced jaw pain and discomfort
- Alleviation of headaches and neck aches
- Prevention of tooth wear and fractures
- Improved chewing efficiency
- Enhanced overall oral health
By ensuring your teeth meet properly, bite adjustment contributes to a more comfortable and functional bite.
Is Bite Adjustment Right for You?
If you’re experiencing symptoms like jaw pain, frequent headaches, or noticeable tooth wear, bite adjustment may be beneficial. Consulting with Dr. Neda Azadivatan-Le can help determine if this procedure is appropriate for your specific needs.
If you’re in Mt Pleasant or surrounding areas, please call our office at 843-650-7171 to get more information about Bite Adjustment in Mt Pleasant.
