Occlusal Adjustment

Do you wake up in the morning with a sore jaw? When you bite down, do your teeth feel lopsided or off? If yes, then you may need an occlusal adjustment.

At All Coast Dental, Dr. Julie Boulos, D.D.S. and Dr. Joseph Boulos, D.D.S. will determine if you’re a good candidate for an occlusal adjustment. This adjustment corrects the alignment of your bite. Misalignment can occur from loose, shifting, crowded, or missing teeth. The adjustment is virtually painless, with just a small amount of discomfort.

At your appointment Drs. Boulos will use imaging technology to locate the areas that need adjustment. Once these areas are recognized, Drs. Boulos use a dental drill and removable mouthpieces to correct the alignment.

If left untreated, a misalignment can lead to serious health effects. Patients who clench or grind their teeth end up wearing down their enamel. This can expose the dentin, and give way to bacteria. Your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, connects your lower jaw to the base of your skull. Overexertion of this joint can lead to temporomandibular disorder or TMD. Acute and chronic pain arising from TMD, along with problems eating and speaking, pain when opening your mouth, etc. If you suspect you may need an occlusal adjustment, schedule an appointment.

All Coast Dental is located in Pacific Beach, CA. Dr. Julie Boulos, D.D.S. and Dr. Joseph Boulos, D.D.S. can assist with any dental needs. To schedule an appointment, visit our website or call 858-270-4904.