Dr. Nelson Can Help You with Sleep Apnea, TMJ Issues
and Craniofacial Pain!

In the course of his daily orthodontic practice Dr. Nelson noticed an increase in the patients coming in looking for relief from TMJ or Craniofacial pain, and requests for oral sleep appliances. There were really no good resources for help for patients, so Dr. Nelson  enrolled in and completed  a residency program to learn how to treat TMJ and craniofacial pain.  He has also completed a certification program to treat sleep disorders. He has implemented these modalities  into his practice and is delighted to be able to help patients become pain free and healthy.

TMJ and craniofacial pain typically result from jaw para-function, bite discrepancy or damage to the jaw joint and can be very painful. Jaw locking, clicking, facial pain and headaches are common symptoms of problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Physicians are often unsure  how to effectively treat the pain and unclear how to correct the problem. Since orthodontists are focused on the jaw, bite, and teeth, it makes perfect sense for them to treat all of the related issues. Dr. Nelson is one of only a handful of orthodontists in the area qualified to treat these areas in addition to doing braces and creating beautiful smiles.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has recently come to the forefront of medical diagnostics as studies have

shown the health complications related to undiagnosed and untreated sleep disorder.  Research has shown that OSA is also common in children, and can contribute to health issues such as hyperactivity, ADD, heart irregularities, headaches, breathing difficulty, and inadequate growth.  Historically adult OSA has been treated with a CPAP mask which provides positive air flow into the nose and mouth during all phases of sleep. Many patients simply cannot tolerate CPAP and end up discontinuing treatment; a potentially dangerous decision. Oral appliances have come to the rescue. These appliances provide some of the most advanced, non-invasive, FDA approved treatment available. Results using oral appliances have been very successful. Restful sleep, decreased fatigue, increased energy, weight loss and decreased blood pressure have been commonly reported. Dr. Nelson and Trinity Orthodontics are skilled at making custom oral appliances and executing therapies to help sleep patients.

Braces? Of course we still specialize in precision bracket placement (PBP) which reduces the guesswork in bracket placement,  lessens treatment time by helping teeth move to their ideal positions over a shorter period of time, and fewer adjustment appointments resulting in less time missed from work or school. Bottom line; Trinity is constantly producing beautiful smiles that can last a lifetime. 

BACK TO SCHOOL

BACK TO SCHOOL

Now that many of the schools in Arvada and Thornton  and nearby communities are nearly back in session, Dr. Bryan Nelson and our staff at Trinity Orthodontics would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance in August and early September. With school, clubs and sports to consider this fall, we know that it can be challenging to find time to visit our office. In order to accommodate all of our wonderful patients' busy schedules, it is important that you plan ahead for your appointments so that we are able to provide you with an appointment time that is convenient for you. We will accommodate before and after school appointments to the best of our abilities. As always, please remember to give us advanced notice if you're unable to make your regularly-scheduled appointment. If we receive enough notice, we might be able to schedule another patient for that time. Feel free to give us a call at (303) 427-5000 if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule your fall appointment. We hope you are having a fantastic summer and we look forward to seeing your smiling faces very soon!

THE TONGUE IS KING!

Inside your mouth there is a battle happening, Muscle vs Bone. Who will win? Your tongue is made up of 16 different muscles, which means there is a lot going on in a small space, and your tongue has the ability to move your teeth. When your tongue is not functioning the way it was designed, you have a problem. Have you ever heard the term Tongue Thrust? Did you go through Orthodontics and your teeth are crooked again? A Tongue Thrust means that your tongue is pushing against your teeth when you are in a rest position or when you swallow. If your tongue is functioning properly you should not be putting any pressure on your teeth. So what happens if you do have a Tongue Thrust? There is a very successful therapy that can correct this issue for life. Therapy involves not only strengthening the muscles in your tongue, lips, face and neck, but also creates a new and correct habit for your tongue. If the Tongue Thrust is ignored it will only continue to get worse and create more problems, such as failed orthodontics. If you think this may be an issue for you or someone you know, contact Dr. Nelson’s office for an appointment, or call Front Range Orofacial Myology for an absolutely free consultation. The tongue will always win, he is the “King”.

Front Range Orofacial Myology

Julie Peterson
303-736-6995
info@frontrangeom.com
www.frontrangeom.com

Having Straight Teeth is not Just About the Way our Smile Looks

Having straight teeth is not just about the way our smile looks, it is part
of a healthy mouth which is the entryway to the rest of your body. By
correctly aligning your teeth and jaw, I can help your teeth and
jaw function more properly reducing  excessive wear on your teeth and
strengthen the bone and gum structure that support your teeth.   Well
aligned teeth trap fewer particles and bacteria  in between your teeth
helping to deter cavity and plaque growth. Straight and healthy teeth also
produce stronger and healthier gums.

I am also concerned with teeth that do not occlude or "close"
properly as this also impairs the function of teeth.  Many dental problems
can result from misalignment of teeth which causes excess stress and force
on surrounding teeth. The position of your teeth plays a major role in the
ability to pronounce certain sounds correctly.
Lastly, there are more enzymes in your mouth than in your stomach. The
enzymes in your mouth and your ability to chew/break down food correctly,
contribute to a healthier digestion process and a healthier you. Straight
teeth are a huge factor in breaking up your food more precisely, so your
body can process your food more efficiently.

Overall, straight teeth are easier to brush and floss and require less
strain on your oral cavity.

So don't just smile because you feel good about how you look, smile even
wider, because you've invested in your overall health and how you feel!