DR. NOHA OUSHY
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Myofunctional Therapy: Re-Educating Muscles for Better Health

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Myofunctional therapy is gaining increasing attention for its ability to address a range of health issues, from TMJ disorders to airway obstructions like sleep apnea and tongue tie. This therapy involves retraining the muscles of the mouth, face, and throat to improve function, posture, and overall health. It is a natural, non-invasive approach that can … Continued

Expansive Clear Aligners: An Integrative Approach to Dental Alignment and Overall Health

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Integrative and bio rejuvenation dentistry focuses beyond aesthetics or symptom treatment. Instead, it seeks to promote long-term health and harmony within the body. One tool that we use at Santa Teresa Smiles that aligns with these principles is expansive clear aligners, which are helping our patients see not only beautiful smiles, but also improving their … Continued

Postural Restoration in Dental Treatments: Enhancing Dental Outcomes

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Postural Restoration(PRI) a therapeutic approach that focuses on restoring balance within the body’s muscular and skeletal systems, has gained attention in various medical fields. In dentistry, this method plays a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of treatments such as dental expansion and bite alignment. The intersection of postural restoration and dental care reveals how … Continued

Integrative Dentistry: Muscle Function and Oral Health

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Muscle function plays a crucial role in maintaining oral health, yet its significance often goes unnoticed in traditional dental care. Research highlights the connection between muscle function and various oral health conditions, including sleep-disordered breathing, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, malocclusion, and more. Understanding the role of muscle function in these conditions is essential for providing … Continued

Photobiomodulation

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Photobiomodulation (PBM), also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or cold laser therapy, is a non-invasive treatment that involves the use of low-level lasers or light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to stimulate tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain. In our whole body approach to dentistry, one of the practices we incorporate is photobiomodulation which can induce … Continued

Understanding and Addressing Teeth Grinding

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Teeth grinding, medically known as bruxism, is a common dental issue that affects many individuals. As an integrative dentist, I believe in looking beyond the surface symptoms and addressing the root causes of dental problems. In the case of teeth grinding, a holistic perspective is essential for comprehensive care.Here are some of the common root … Continued

CranioSacral Therapy for Treating TMJ

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CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is one tool in our arsenal of gentle approaches to treating TMJ. Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) can be a painful and debilitating condition affecting the jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movement. Every individual case of TMJ is unique with different underlying causes, but one thing the symptoms have in … Continued

Stress and Oral Health

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Stress is an inevitable part of life, and its effects can permeate various aspects of our well-being, including oral health. While many people associate stress with headaches and muscle tension, its impact on oral health is often overlooked. There are both direct and indirect effects of stress on oral health. Direct Impact on Oral Health … Continued

Integrative Approaches to TMJD Treatment: Addressing the Root Cause

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Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD) is a common condition that affects the jaw joint and muscles surrounding it, causing pain, discomfort, and restricted movement. While conventional approaches often focus on symptom management, integrative dentistry aims to address the root cause of the dysfunction, offering long-term solutions that promote overall well-being. Addressing the Root Cause TMJD symptoms … Continued

Red Light Therapy for Dental Healing

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Red light therapy has gained widespread attention for its therapeutic applications in various medical fields. Also referred to as photobiomodulation or low-level light therapy, Red light therapy involves the dispersion of concentrated wavelengths of natural light onto the skin or mucosal lining of the mouth. This method aims to address various ailments by enhancing cellular … Continued

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