This anterior bite distortion shows an uneven amount of anterior open bite. The upper right canine looks as if it never touches the tooth below, and is called a non-functional tooth. However, even a canine out of position can receive sensory input from a food bolus. Designing a splint to engage this tooth with “kissing”…
Read MoreUnilateral cross-bite in the anterior segment frequently represents an exaggerated midline shift. Using a bite splint deprograms the engrams that posture the jaw. In addition to revealing a less distorted midline, splint therapy commonly results in a more cusp-to-cusp tip orientation at the canine.
Read MoreEverything 5 gold stars start to finish. Missy and all staff members warm, friendly, competent and professional. Dr. Caughey went out of her way to make sure that I understood everything about my condition and the possibilities for treatment. Thanks.
Read MoreWhen a patient has an active R TMCC pattern that needs occlusal management, a lower MOOO style bite splint is my go-to intervention. But not all malocclusions are created equal, and the question comes up frequently on how to manage a bite with various degrees of malposition and alternate occlusal schemes. I have attached a…
Read MoreDr. Caughey, Olivia and my hygienist, Rachel are awesome! Missy, the office manager, is so warm and inviting! When you walk in she greets you with a smile and genuinely wants to know how you’re doing, whether it be your teeth or life in general. They go the extra mile to make me feel comfortable…
Read More15 years of the highest quality service and work. The entire staff feels like family. I actually look forward to going to the dentist. State of the art equipment and care.
Read MoreIn the many years I have been going to Dr. Caughey, she and her team have always provided a great patient experience and an exceptional level of service.
Read MoreMy visit was very excellent and all worked in a perfect flow of time. I appreciated that Dr. Elizabeth took the time and made me feel that she takes care of all the problems you point out. Thank you very much for your wonderful support and help.
Read More
How lucky am I? My journey learning about dental bite splints began 14 years ago at the Pankey Institute, and I have been honored to teach all about bite splints to other dentists for the past 8 years. In a matter of a few short days, our participants increased their understanding from basic concepts to…
Read MoreMy visit was amazing as usual. I was warmly welcomed, my x-rays were super easy and fast with the new state of the art equipment and I left with a brighter smile because of my sparkling clean teeth.
Read More