Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?

Do you suffer from chronic headaches? Have you tried meds, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment?

Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, food allergies, spine alignment, or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose.

Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a fairly common abnormality yet commonly goes undetected.

Nature intended the front teeth to fit slightly forward from the lower teeth. With a perfect bite, the molars fit together like precision gears. When there is bite misalignment, the upper arch may close too far back or the lower teeth may close off-center horizontally. At Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated, we specialize in diagnosing and correcting misalignments to ensure optimal function and aesthetics.

Malocclusion can cause headaches, tooth loosening, tooth fracture, and in acute cases, difficulty chewing, speaking, or breathing.

Braces are an effective solution for many bite issues. Braces not only move teeth, they can also correct the position and function of the joints, muscles, and bones in the jaw. In very rare cases of extreme malocclusion, jaw surgery may be necessary.

If you haven’t been able to identify the cause of your headaches, talk to your dentist. If you don’t have a dentist and live in the Davidson area, we invite you to visit Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated. We offer technologically advanced dentistry with a personal touch.

During your exam, Doctor Coleman will analyze your bite to see if it may be contributing to or causing your headaches. If that’s the case, we will develop a treatment plan.

At Coleman & Dastrup – Dentistry Elevated, we offer comprehensive dental treatment. Our team provides a variety of general, cosmetic, and restorative dental solutions for optimal dental care. We hope to see you soon.