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What is Occlusion?
Occlusion is the term used by your dentist to describe the way your teeth meet when your jaws bite together.

Have I got Occlusal problems?
If your teeth don't meet in the correct position this can cause all sorts of problems not only with your teeth but with your gums, jaw joints and even the muscles that control your jaw.

Take our Bite Problem Quiz to find out if you may be suffering from occlusal problems.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Around 1 in 4 people are affected by occulsal problems, some of the most commonly reported symptoms include:
  • Clenching & grinding
  • Headaches
  • Pain behind the eyes
  • Pain from the temples or back of the neck
  • Migraines
  • Tinnitus
  • Flattened or worn teeth
  • Broken teeth, fillings or crowns
  • Continual Sensitivity
  • Toothache with no apparent cause
  • Unexplained facial pain
  • Shoulder pain
At Birchfield Dental Practice, we have received advanced training for, and are committed to the effective treatment of the destructive effects of occlusal disease. 
Treatment
The treatment of occlusal problems depends upon the nature and severity of each case but could include:
  • Dental Splints or Nightguards
  • Tooth Adjustment (occlusal equilibration) 
  • Tooth Straightening
  • Tooth Replacement
  • Medication
  • Diet & Exercise
  • Relaxation
  • Physiotherapy

Click on the links below to learn more about the different treatments available for these common symptoms.