Orthodontic Treatment for Overbite: What Are the Latest Advances in Care?
Ever feel like your teeth don’t quite fit together when you bite down? That could be an overbite—and it’s more common than you think.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders can significantly increase one’s quality of life, leading to persistent pain, discomfort and various associated issues like migraines, jaw stiffness and sleep apnea. For those grappling with these TMJ issues, finding the right specialist is critical to achieving relief and restoring balance.
Some exceptional practitioners specialize in TMJ treatment, combining years of experience, advanced training and innovative approaches. This blog highlights the Top 10 TMJ doctors and their approach treating complex conditions, offering hope and relief to countless patients globally.
(Calgary, Canada)
Dr. Curtis graduated in 1979 from University of Alberta as a DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and has been providing treatments for TMJ disorder, sleep apnea, and chronic pain. The Calgary dentist, Dr. Westersund’s focus is treating his patients with a physiological (whole body) approach. Making the Mouth – Body – Life connection. His practice, Dentalife, provides a case-specific approach directed to help patients find relief from dental issues, imbalances, and pain. Besides general and cosmetic dental treatments, Dr. Curtis Westersund provides TMJ disorder solutions (migraines, jaw, and neck pain caused by a bad bite) and snoring / sleep apnea treatment options.
(Dubai, UAE)
Born and brought up in Bahrain, Dr. Raj completed his graduation from Rajas Dental College attached to the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India in 1997. He completed his training in Neuromuscular Orthodontics at ICNOG (International College of Neuromuscular Orthodontics and Gnathology, Italy) in 2006. He is the PIONEER in South Asia to use the ULF TENS and mandibular tracking device (K7) and hence start the super-specialty practice of Neuromuscular Dentistry in India in 2004. Dr. Raj is an AACP – Tufts certified Dental Sleep Medicine specialist after completing his residency programme on “TMJ and Sleep Medicine” at Tufts University, Boston, USA in 2011. He procured his Fellowship and Mastership from ICCMO (International College of Cranio Mandibular Orthopedics) in 2015. He received his PhD from Ecole Superieure, University of Sorbonne in France in 2018. He is the Founder President of ICCMO India Section that was formed in 2017. He is also currently the International Secretary of the ICCMO International Board of Regents. He has occupied several positions in the IDA (Indian Dental Association). He founded the Department of Neuromuscular Dentistry at Kantipur Dental College in Kathmandu, Nepal, the first ever in Asia. He is the Founding Chairman of the “The Right Bite Sleep & TMJ Pain Care®” that runs centres across South Asia to treat patients with craniofacial pain and conducts seminars/courses across the world. He encourages the point that dentists are not just “Tooth-doctors”! He is a consultant TMJ/Sleep Medicine specialist at The Right Bite Sleep & TMJ Pain Care (Bangalore, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Dubai, Jeddah & Kathmandu) & KIMS Speciality Hospital (Trivandrum).
Credentials
(Miami, United States)
An experienced aesthetic dentist with extensive knowledge of tooth morphology, occlusion, and neuromuscular philosophy, Dr. Javier Vasquez. He became involved with Neuromuscular dentistry in 2002 at Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental studies. Dr. Vasquez finished all the curriculum at LVI as a dentist and as a master technician. He also finished all 7 levels at Occlusion Connection , institute lead by Dr. Clayton Chan. He has been trained in Neuromuscular dentistry by the biggest authorities for the past 12 years.
Dr. Vasquez also received his Fellowship from ICCMO in 2009 in Japan and his Mastership in 2010 in Arizona.Dr. Vasquez is a highly motivated leader. For the last 10 years he has been doing studies on craniofacial pain. Dr. Vasquez is also a national and international speaker in different subjects mostly related with Neuromuscular dentistry , Full Mouth rehabilitation and cosmetic dentistry.He has published several articles in different magazines and has been doing digital dentistry ( CAD/ CAM) for over 10 years with the Cerec system by Sirona .
(Chicago, United States )
His goal is to improve the lives of my patients with sleep disorders, TMJ disorders, headaches and migraines as part of comprehensive dental care.
As President of Sleep Well Illinois he works with physicians to improve the health of their patients through improved screening for sleep apnea. Chicago TMJ and sleep dentist Dr. Ira L. Shapira is dedicated to helping patients achieve good overall health from the head and neck area throughout the entire body. Dr. Shapira is an experienced TMJ and sleep apnea dentist who has earned recognition as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, a Fellow of the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics, and a Diplomat of the Academy of Pain Management, to name a few credentials.
(Bengaluru, India )
Dr. Girish PV is one of the top Neuromuscular Orthodontists and TMJ Specialists with over 18 years of practicing experience. He has been practicing non-extraction-based expansion protocols taking into consideration ‘Airway Focused Orthodontics’ for the last 8 years. What makes him stand out is his dedication to ensure structural harmony and functionality beyond the scope of addressing the symptoms the patients come to him complaining. With a focus on the root cause of the problems, he educates and treats the patients from issues arising due to obstructed airways or pasture.
Dr Girish uses the concepts of Neuromuscular Dentistry and has been helping his patients find relief from sleep apnea since 2015. In fact, he is the first practitioner in India to perform a DOME procedure on an adult. He is also an excellent orator who inspires neuromuscular orthodontics worldwide with lectures on orthodontics and TMJ treatment procedures.
(Delhi, India)
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Abhimanyu Chaturvedi is a skilled dental expert. His areas of expertise include bite impact, jaw positioning for peak performance in sports and physical activities. His multifaceted treatment approach equips him to treat airway and breathing disorders, tongue-tie, snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, bruxism, mouth breathing, and others.
Beyond serving in the clinic, Dr Abhimanyu keeps himself immersed in providing relief to the underprivileged by working with NGOs.
(Japan)
Dr Miyoshi graduated from the Fukuoka Dental College, Fukuoka, Japan 1991-1997. He’s the Director of Miyoshi Dental Office, Kumamoto, Japan since 2000 and fellow of ICCMO in 2013. Instructor of MORITA neuromuscular occlusion seminar in Japan since 2015 Master of ICCMO in 2019. Member of The Institute for Oral Reconstruction, Member of The Academy of Clinical Dentistry, Member of The Japan Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Member of The Japanese Society of Oral Implantology, Member of The Japan Society for Dental Anti-Aging.
(Boston, Massachusetts)
Dr. Ronkin specializes in functional dentistry, aesthetic reconstructive dentistry, treatment of TMJ dysfunction and sleep apnea, and complex orthodontic treatment. Dr. Ronkin is one of the most experienced doctors in Russia, who has been using the Invisalign method for over 20 years. Co-founder and president of the Boston Institute of Aesthetic Medicine and its three clinics in Boston, St. Petersburg and Moscow. Practice in the USA and Russia for over 40 years.
He sees patients from all over the world in Boston, Dubai, Moscow and St. Petersburg.
(Kolkata, India)
Dr. Ankit Saha, the CTO and Director of The Right Bite Sleep and TMJ Pain Care, is not only a senior specialist but also a visionary in advancements in Neuromuscular Dentistry. With the immense wealth of knowledge and experience accumulated over 14 years in polysomnography and PAP therapies, he emerges as one of the leading experts in treating sleep disorders.
Dr Ankit Saha was affiliated with the prestigious ICCMO and his association with Dr. Robert Kerstein, Dr. Ben Sutter has led him to earn his fellowship in NMD and certification in DTR. He is also a senior lecturer at the Kantipur Dental College and Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, where he continuous to inspire young doctors to pursue quality knowledge in medicine and treating sleep disorders and TMJ Pains.
Dr. Saha is now pursuing his Ph.D. exploring the correlation between gastric issues and TMDs.
(Buenos Aires, Argentina)
Dr Capmourteres received his DDS from Buenos Aires University, UBA. He is one of the NM dentistry’s pioneers in South America, he was first to stablish a regular NMD course in a dental school at Interamerican Open University, UAI, Buenos Aires Argentina, where is now the Academy Secretary & Interim Director and Chief Professor, Department of Temporomandibular Dysfunction and Oral Facial Pain, Dental School, UAI. Director of the Post Graduate Training Couse on NM Dentistry, UAI. He is past International President of ICCMO, and the actual President of the South American Section. National and International Lecturer on NM Dentistry for the past 30 years.
The expertise and dedication of these top TMJ specialists have transformed the lives of patients around the globe. From pioneering neuromuscular dentistry techniques to integrating holistic approaches, these doctors are redefining TMJ care.
If you or someone you know is struggling with TMJ disorders, consulting with one of these world-class professionals could be the first step toward a pain-free life. Remember, the journey to wellness starts with choosing the right expert who understands the intricate connection between the jaw, the body and overall health.
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