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Barnhart DDS

Barnhart DDS

Orofacial Myofunctional Dentist in Redding, CA | Rachel Barnhart DDS

  • Services
    • Airway-Focused Orthodontics
    • Bioclear System
    • Bridges
    • Children and Adult Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
    • Crowns
    • Dentures, Partials and Implant Retained Prostheses
    • Extractions with Bone Grafting
    • Fillings
    • Infant Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
    • Myofunctional Therapy
    • Oral Appliances
    • Pediatric Services
    • Periodontal Services
    • Preventive Services
    • Restoring Dental Implants
    • Sleep and Breathing Services
    • Teeth Whitening
    • TMD Services
    • Veneers
  • Patient Info
    • New Patient Forms
    • Established Patient Forms
    • Financing Options
    • Dental Resource Library
    • Infant Care Resource Library
    • Post-Operative Care
  • About Us
    • About Dr. Barnhart & Team
    • Our Office
  • Referring Providers
    • Infant Referral Form
    • Airway/TMJ Referral Form
    • Airway Orthodontics/Oral Appliance Therapy Clearance Form
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What is TMD?

TMD, or Temporomandibular disorders, are disorders affecting the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and the nerves that are connected to chronic facial pain. TMD is often characterized by problematic symptoms in the jaw area. While the causes of TMD aren’t always clear, symptoms can sometimes be attributed to a jaw, neck, or head injury, osteoarthritis or arthritic inflammation in the joint, or a dislocation of the disc that allows the joint to move properly. Long-term teeth grinding or clenching can also lead to a dysfunctional temporomandibular joint. 

At our Redding office, Dr. Barnhart specializes in the treatment of Temporomandibular disorders with multiple approaches that are customized to each patient.

What are the Symptoms of TMD?

TMD can be characterized by multiple, and often painful symptoms, including:

  • Jaw discomfort or soreness
  • Headaches
  • Pain that spreads behind the eyes, in the face, or that affects the shoulders, neck, or back
  • Earaches/ringing in the ears that isn’t caused by any other condition
  • A clicking or popping in the jaw
  • Locking of the jaw while talking or eating
  • Limitation of mouth motions
  • Teeth clenching/grinding
  • Dizziness
  • Teeth sensitivity that’s not caused by another oral condition
  • Numbness or tingling sensation in the fingers
  • A change in the fit of the upper and lower teeth

TMD Treatment

Dr. Barnhart takes a multi-treatment approach to Temporomandibular disorders as a part of our larger focus on Airway-Focused Dentistry and will discuss your treatment options with you during your consultation. Some of the available and most effective treatment options for TMD are:

  • TMD/TMJ appliances. In some cases of TMD, an oral appliance will be created to stabilize the joints of the jaw and reduce symptoms. Dr. Barnhart often uses the Oasis splints therapy system and other devices depending on each patient’s TMD severity and needs.
  • Myofunctional therapy. This highly effective therapy is used to treat multiple orofacial conditions, including TMD. Myofunctional therapy is used to help the mouth develop and maintain proper oral posture and function and can also stabilize the jaws to help TMD.
  • Imaging To get the best idea of your specific condition, Dr. Barnhart may recommend receiving imaging to determine the best way forward with your treatment to achieve optimal results.

Don’t Leave TMD Untreated – Schedule a Consultation Today

TMD problems are common and currently affect over 10 million Americans, but even minor TMD problems can lead to much more serious, and unexpected, health issues if left untreated. Contact us today or schedule an appointment online!

 

About Dr. Barnhart

Why choose us?

Our team is friendly, caring & comforting.

Our team is friendly, caring & comforting.

Sure, we’re passionate about delivering great dental care, but our primary focus is making our patients feel safe, comfortable & well cared-for. Dr. Barnhart and our whole team (including our therapy dog, Fendi) welcome each patient like family.

We always seek to treat the whole patient.

We always seek to treat the whole patient.

We believe that good dentistry is about more than just filling cavities. Your oral health plays a huge role in your overall health, so we always endeavor to treat the whole patient, offering advanced treatments like myofunctional therapy to help you breathe better & look your best.

We use modern techniques to make your visit comfortable.

We use modern techniques to make your visit comfortable.

Dentistry has come a long way, and we embrace the best technologies & techniques to ensure your visit will be comfortable, no-stress & pain free. We offer oral sedation to help patients sit back and relax if they are nervous about dental care or want to get more done in a single visit.

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Request an appointment

We specialize in airway dentistry, and therefore have limited availability for new patients seeking general dentistry. If you think you are a good candidate for our airway-related treatments, please select that option from the form below. Our office will be in touch with you if we’re able to accept your appointment request.

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Our Dental Services:

  • Airway-Focused Dentistry
  • Bioclear System
  • Children and Adult Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Crowns
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Veneers
  • Dentures, Partials and Implant Retained Prostheses
  • Extractions with Bone Grafting
  • Fillings
  • Infant Lip, Cheek and Tongue Tie Release
  • Myofunctional Therapy
  • Oral Appliances
  • Pediatric Services
  • Periodontal Services
  • Preventive Services
  • Restoring Dental Implants
  • Sleep and Breathing Services
  • Teeth Whitening
  • TMD Services

Office Hours:

M: 8:00-5:00
T: 8:00-5:00
W: 8:00-5:00
TH: 8:00-5:00
Closed Friday except by special appointment.

Rachel Barnhart, DDS Inc

2190 Larkspur Lane

Suite 100

Redding, CA 96002

(530) 222-1400 (office)