Myography at Dent House
Teethan
The Teethan apparatus is entirely manufactured in Italy and is a computerised system for digital analysis of occlusion in a simple and immediate manner.
Teethan® consists of four wireless EMG sensors with active electrodes, unique in their kind due to their light weight, compact size and the accuracy of the data obtained. The method is completely non-invasive for the patient, the sensors are fixed via disposable gel electrodes to the surface of the masseter muscles, the measured data is transmitted via Wi-Fi to a receiver inserted into the USB port of a computer. The data is captured and transmitted in real time via a specialised software interface. Teethan® analyses the masticatory muscle activity to quantify the effect of the occlusal condition on the patient’s neuromuscular balance.
By performing two tooth compression tests (with and without cotton rolls), each lasting 5 seconds, basic indicators of bite status can be obtained:
– Assessment of contraction symmetry in a pair of identical muscles;
– assessment of the position of the occlusal centre of gravity;
– Assessment of mandibular rotation in the horizontal plane;
– assessment of the total muscular work done when clenching the teeth (directly related to the vertical size of the biting object, the presence of nociceptive reflex, bruxism);
– Assessment of asymmetry between the left and right sides.
Myography (ENMG, EMG) is a bioelectrical examination technique designed to diagnose the condition of the nervous system and skeletal muscles.
Main indications for prescribing myography in dentistry
This procedure is designed to determine the individual characteristics of the occlusal balance of the dento-alveolar system, as well as to identify the peculiarities of the jaw muscles. It is prescribed in the following cases:
- in craniomandibular trauma and congenital deformities;
- for inflammation in the jaw area;
- in preparation for dental restorations and implants;
- in dental defects and bite anomalies;
- for certain periodontal pathologies;
- for paresis and paralyses of the facial nerve.
Myography is also used as a method of checking the quality of dental treatment being performed.
The surface electromyography used in Dent-House dentistry is based on the principle of syncromyography, i.e. comparison of signals obtained from two tests:
- clenching the teeth with cotton rolls inserted between them;
- compression without the use of rollers.
Data acquisition is carried out through special electrodes of the myograph, which are placed on specific areas of the face corresponding to the anatomical location of the masticatory muscles.
The results are analysed using specialised software and allow doctors to obtain accurate information about the masticatory muscles and anatomical features of the patient’s dentoalveolar system.
How myography is performed
At the Dent-House Family Dentistry Clinic, this procedure is performed in a comfortable environment and does not require any prior preparation. The patient sits in a comfortable chair, the doctor places electrodes on certain facial areas and fixes them.
During simple tooth clenching operations, the myograph records two types of signals: the state of the muscles, teeth and jaw at rest and in motion. All information is transmitted to the myograph and after computer processing is printed out to determine further treatment tactics, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.
You can find out how much such a service costs on the Price page of the Dent-House website.
Advantages of Dent-House Family Dentistry
Our clinic is conveniently located in the historical centre of Odessa – on Nezhinskaya Street. Our team of 30 specialists provides a full range of dental services – from full diagnostics and treatment of pathologies to prosthetics and dental implants.
Dent-House Clinic is known in Odessa for the professionalism of its doctors and modern equipment, which makes the treatment process safe and painless. Reception is conducted in cosy and thematically decorated rooms, where patients are provided with the most comfortable conditions.
Those accompanying their little ones or loved ones can be accommodated in the spacious lounge area or patio with natural landscaping.
How much does dental myography cost in Odessa
Not all dental offices in Ukraine have this type of diagnostics available. How much does it cost to perform myography in “Dent-House”: as of today the price of this type of research is 2000 UAH.
You can find the cost of other services on the “Price” page. Please note that we work with dental and orthopaedic materials that meet all international standards.
The wide range of materials available allows the treatment plan to be prepared in different variants: economy, standard and premium. In this way, the patient can adjust the cost of treatment by selecting materials at an affordable price.
You can make an appointment in any convenient way for you: by phone numbers indicated on the website, via messengers, through the form on the website. You can also simply come to us and make an appointment in person at the following address: 41 Nezhinskaya Street, Odessa, Ukraine. We will be glad to help you.
Frequently asked questions about myography
🦷 What is myography?
😁 What are the benefits of the study?
🦷 When is myography recommended?
- If the tooth enamel is very erasable.
- For muscle discomfort after sleeping.
- For temporomandibular joint pain.
- For loss of bite height.
Safety is the main principle of our work
When treated in our clinic, you can be absolutely sure that the wide use of disposable instruments and materials, as well as modern equipment of the sterilization unit, will provide you with 100% protection from infection.
Our staff strictly follows the instructions for disinfection and sterilizationof the clinic premises, medical equipment and instruments. Patient safety is one of the main principles of our work, it is not for nothing that the sterilization block is called the "heart of the clinic".
Dental burs, tips, all materials and instruments undergo a mandatory sequential chain of special processing,to ensure complete safety of their use.
Specialists
Molochny Andrey Sergeyevich
Dentist-orthodontist
