Important Information on Dental MLS Laser Therapy
Multi-wave Locked System (MLS) laser therapy is an effective solution for those experiencing excessive jaw or craniofacial pain. If you clench or grind your teeth, suspect sleep apnea, or have TMJ disorder, MLS laser treatment can significantly alleviate your craniofacial pain and improve your overall oral health.
At Four Zero Five Dental Aesthetics, our MLS cold laser therapy is particularly effective for treating TMJ pain. Read on to learn more about this innovative service we offer and what you can expect during MLS laser therapy.
What Is Tmj Pain?
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder, often referred to as craniofacial pain, causes discomfort in the head, face, neck, and jaw muscles due to disturbances and malfunctions in the jaw. While trauma from incidents like car accidents or sports injuries is a common cause, sleep apnea—characterized by insufficient oxygen supply during sleep—can also contribute to TMJ disorder and jaw pain.
Sleep breathing disorders can further lead to bruxism, a condition where individuals unconsciously clench or grind their teeth at night. Over time, these repetitive motions can wear down tooth surfaces, affect the skeletal structure of the jaw, and impact other facial joints. This can ultimately result in TMJ pain and dysfunction, along with headaches, facial neuralgias, and other forms of musculoskeletal pain.
What Is Mls Laser Therapy?
MLS cold laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that effectively manages pain. At Four Zero Five Dental Aesthetics, we specifically use MLS laser therapy to address craniofacial pain. This treatment increases cellular energy in the affected area, employing multiple light wavelengths to block various sources of pain and improve blood circulation. As a result, nutrients are delivered more efficiently to the painful area, promoting faster healing.
Whether you're experiencing dental pain, a sore neck, or TMJ joint discomfort, MLS laser therapy can provide significant relief and help alleviate your symptoms. By penetrating inflamed tissue with varying energy levels, this therapy reduces inflammation and enhances healing in the affected area.