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	Tim Adams, DDS, LVIM

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	The PurePower Mouthguard


	The PurePower Mouthguard

What is a “PurePower Mouthguard” and what makes it so special?

The PurePower Mouthguard is a guard worn in the mouth that does much more than simply protect the teeth. What makes it special is the process in which it is created, in which it is individually designed for each individual. Dr. Adam, utilizing the principles of neuromuscular dentistry, determines the optimal relationship between your upper and lower teeth. That unique process called a “Neuromuscular Bite Registration”. Simply put, the neuromuscular bite registration ensures that your upper & lower jaw (the maxilla and mandible) are in perfect alignment as the impression for the guard is taken.

Why is it important that the upper and lower jaw be in “perfect alignment”?

This “perfect alignment” creates an environment where the muscles of the head, neck, jaw and upper shoulders are relaxed, balanced and primed for optimum muscle recruitment. The proper neuromuscular alignment of the jaw can also improve head and neck posture which can significantly improve the efficiency of the airway, positively affecting endurance and stamina, especially in highly aerobic activities. Additional benefits include potential decompression
of the jaw joint (the Temporomandibular
Joint) located immediately in front of the inner ear, the “control center” of balance.




	Optimum Muscle Recruitment is critical for power, coordination & balance.


	What is the process for fabricating a PurePower Mouthguard?




		EMG testing to determine muscle status & recruitment.

Initially, Dr. Adams uses a diagnostic test called Electomyography to record and analyze the status of your existing facial and upper cervical muscles both at rest and during function. This is a painless procedure that takes only a few minutes. Once that data has been obtained, so that it can serve as a baseline of your current status, the muscles are relaxed using Ultra Low Frequency Transcutaneous Neural Stimulation (ULF TENS). ULF TENS is a mild, pulsed electrical stimulation applied to the trigeminal nerve complex just in front of the ear. After a period of 45- 60 minutes, Electromyography is used to confirm that the muscles have relaxed and are in their optimum resting position.

Once the muscles have reached their optimum resting position computerized jaw tracking is then utilized to position your lower jaw (the mandible) into a neuromuscular position in relation to your upper jaw (the maxilla). The PurePower Mouthguard is then fabricated to this position.

After your custom mouth guard has been fabricated by the lab (approximately one week) the fit of your PPM will be fine-tuned during a second visit with Dr. Adams.


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	DISCLAIMER: Dental information provided in this website is not intended to take the place of your personal physician, dentist or health care provider. Should you or one of your family members have a medical or dental problem, always consult your own professionally trained and licensed care provider for diagnosis and treatment.

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