Bite Therapy with T-Scan® & DTR in Cincinnati, OH
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Finding the Cause of Excessive Bite Forces
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Most dentistry focuses on repairing damage after it occurs—a broken tooth, a worn filling, or a cracked crown.
At Total Dentistry, we also ask an important question:
Why did the damage occur in the first place?
For many patients, excessive biting forces may contribute to worn teeth, cracked teeth, broken restorations, jaw discomfort, gum recession, and other long-term dental problems.
Using computerized T-Scan® technology and Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) Therapy, Dr. Christopher Omeltschenko can evaluate how your teeth function together and, for appropriately selected patients, reduce harmful bite forces that may be contributing to ongoing dental problems.
What Is Bite Therapy?
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Your bite is the way your upper and lower teeth come together when you chew, swallow, and move your jaw.
Ideally, biting forces should be distributed evenly.
When certain teeth contact too early or bear excessive force, they may be subjected to far greater stress than they were designed to handle.
Over time, these excessive forces may contribute to:
- Worn teeth
- Cracked teeth
- Broken fillings
- Broken crowns
- Gum recession
- Loose teeth
- Jaw muscle fatigue
- Repeated dental treatment on the same teeth
Bite therapy focuses on identifying these forces and determining whether they may be contributing to your dental problems.
What Is T-Scan®?
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Traditional bite paper shows where teeth touch.
T-Scan® goes a step further by measuring:
- Which teeth contact first
- How much force each tooth receives
- How biting forces change as you chew
- Whether excessive force is concentrated in one area
This computerized analysis provides information that cannot be obtained by visual examination alone.
Rather than estimating how your bite functions, we can measure it.
What Is Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) Therapy?
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Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) is a highly specialized treatment designed to reduce excessive bite forces by making precise adjustments to the way teeth contact during jaw movement.
Using information gathered with T-Scan®, Dr. Omeltschenko carefully evaluates your bite and determines whether selective adjustments may help reduce unnecessary stress on your teeth and supporting structures.
The goal is not to dramatically change your bite.
The goal is to create smoother, more balanced tooth contact that may reduce damaging forces during normal function.
Not every patient is a candidate for DTR Therapy, and treatment is recommended only when a comprehensive examination indicates it may be beneficial.
Who May Benefit from Bite Therapy?
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Bite analysis may be appropriate for patients experiencing:
- Repeated cracked teeth
- Frequent broken fillings or crowns
- Teeth grinding or clenching
- Worn teeth
- Pain when biting
- Jaw muscle fatigue
- Gum recession associated with excessive forces
- Loose teeth
- Repeated dental treatment on the same teeth
A comprehensive examination is necessary to determine whether excessive bite forces are contributing to your specific condition.
What to Expect
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Your evaluation begins with a comprehensive examination.
Depending on your needs, this may include:
- Digital X-rays
- Clinical photographs
- Evaluation of your gums, teeth, and bite
- T-Scan computerized bite analysis
- Review of your symptoms and dental history
If excessive bite forces appear to be contributing to your dental problems, Dr. Omeltschenko will discuss whether DTR Therapy or another treatment option may be appropriate.
Benefits of Bite Therapy
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For appropriately selected patients, bite therapy may help:
✓ Reduce excessive biting forces
✓ Protect teeth from future fractures
✓ Reduce stress on crowns and fillings
✓ Improve chewing comfort
✓ Help preserve natural teeth
✓ Support long-term oral health
Treatment recommendations are always individualized based on your oral health and specific concerns.
How Bite Therapy Fits Into Total Oral Health Dentistry
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At Total Dentistry, we believe healthy smiles require more than healthy teeth.
Long-term oral health depends on three key foundations:
- Healthy Teeth
- Healthy Gums
- Healthy Bite
Bite therapy is one of the tools we use to better understand how these three systems work together.
Rather than simply repairing damage after it occurs, our goal is to identify contributing factors and create treatment plans designed for long-term success.
Cost and Payment Options
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We understand that dental treatment is an investment.
Before treatment begins, we’ll review anticipated costs, insurance benefits, financing options, and answer any questions you may have.
Continue Exploring
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What Is Occlusal Dysfunction? →
Learn what occlusal dysfunction is, how an unhealthy bite can affect your teeth and jaw, and why proper bite function is important for long-term oral health.
Why Do Teeth Grind? →
Discover the common causes of teeth grinding, how it can damage your teeth and jaw, and the treatment options available to help protect your smile.
What Causes Cracked Teeth? →
Explore the most common causes of cracked teeth, including grinding, bite problems, aging restorations, and everyday chewing forces.
Why Do My Fillings Keep Breaking? →
Learn why dental fillings sometimes fail, what repeated broken fillings may indicate, and how treating the underlying cause can help protect your teeth.
Can Bite Problems Affect My Gums? →
Discover how bite problems can place excessive stress on your teeth and gums, contributing to gum recession, tooth wear, and other oral health concerns.
Related Services
- Nightguards for Teeth Grinding
- Same-Day Crowns
- Root Canal Therapy
- Periodontal Treatment
- Total Oral Health Dentistry
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Started?
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Schedule an examination with Dr. Omeltschenko to discuss your concerns, evaluate your oral health, and review your treatment options.