Malocclusion Diagnosis Oakland and Berkeley

Accurate Diagnosis Leads to Proper Treatment

Problems with your bite can lead to problems elsewhere in your body. But, at Total Health Dental Care, we understand the connection. Our work is meant to improve your oral health and overall health.

It can be difficult to make an accurate malocclusion diagnosis, which is why our Oakland-based Total Health Dental Care team and Berkeley-based Total Health Dental Care team employ the latest technology and most skilled doctors to identify and begin malocclusion treatment. If you are suffering pain, discomfort, or other difficulties with tooth functionality, and think that bite misalignment is the cause, contact Total Health Dental Care for malocclusion diagnosis. We proudly serve Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont, Rockridge, and surrounding communities, and would be happy to help.

Symptoms of Malocclusion Disorders

Occlusion refers to the relationship between your upper and lower teeth, which should fit together evenly with low force exuded on the jaws and tooth surfaces. If there is a misalignment between the upper and lower teeth, then a number of symptoms can help with malocclusion diagnosis. These symptoms include:

  • Chronic headaches
  • Neck and jaw pain
  • Tooth sensitivity
  • Pain of facial muscles
  • Joint noises in the jaw
  • Difficulties with biting or chewing

It is important to get an occlusion evaluation if you are experiencing these symptoms. Malocclusion can affect your overall health, as well as your oral health, so schedule an appointment today.

TMJ and Malocclusion Diagnosis

Symptoms that are characteristic of malocclusion disorders may also be the result of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), a condition affecting the joint on either side of the head that controls the lower jaw. Malocclusion diagnosis efforts can reveal signs of this condition, which exacerbate challenges to your bite. With advanced dental equipment and the skill of Dr. Sepand Hokmabadi and our team, TMJ symptoms can be accurately identified, and an individualized treatment plan can be customized for you.