Dr. Lee Palmer has been in dentistry for 30+ years and the treatment of headache, neck pain, TMJ, etc. for 25+ years. After Dr. Palmer had completed dental school and began practicing dentistry as a...
Headache, Neck Pain, And TMJ
Dr. Lee Palmer is a neuromuscular dentist that seeks a harmonious relationship between the head, neck, and jaw joint. What is TMJ? TMJ is the temporomandibular joint. This joint is what attaches your bottom jaw...
Laser Dentistry
Thanks to recent advances in science, laser treatments are FDA approved and here to stay. As a result, our patients can now enjoy:
Little to no use for anesthetic
Shorter dental visits
Less discomfort and faster healing time as a result of less trauma to the gums and teeth
Less noise in comparison to the traditional drill hand piece
An overall MORE relaxing dental experience
This laser uses technology that combines a stream of water and focused light to solve many dental conditions. These conditions currently include:
Getting rid of cavities
Possible prevention of gum recession
Shaping of the gums to decrease a “gummy smile”
Reduction of periodontic disease, inflammation and infected gums.
Removing harmful organisms that can lead to gum disease
Fixing lip and tongue ties in pediatric and adult patients
What are you waiting for? Any questions, please call our office!
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Meet the Team!
Dr. Lee Palmer has been in dentistry for 30+ years and the treatment of headache, neck pain, TMJ, etc. for 25+ years. After Dr. Palmer had completed dental school and began practicing dentistry as a Lieutenant in the Navy, Doc was given the opportunity to continue his education. Exposing him to many different procedures and hands-on training giving a wide range of knowledge and background, from general dental services to orthodontics. Dentistry is a continuously evolving science. The growing computer age allowed research and clinical experience to broaden the knowledge and treatment of head, neck and jaw relations. Dr. Palmer became involved with neuromuscular dentistry (tmj, etc.) after seeing the significant results of discovering the probable origin of pain for certain patients. He uses electromyography (EMG) and mandibular tracking to identify the degree of muscle dysfunction, as well as diagnose and treat. For Dr. Palmer it is rewarding to have a patient leave the office with healthy teeth and have a dramatic improvement in their head, neck, and posture, which generally decreases pain for the patient.
Dr. Lee Palmer in the glory years with some big wig colleagues at a TMD Neuromuscular Meeting.
Free toothbrush if you can pick him out from the group of well dressed men!!
Dr. Lee Palmer is a neuromuscular dentist that seeks a harmonious relationship between the head, neck, and jaw joint.
What is TMJ?
TMJ is the temporomandibular joint. This joint is what attaches your bottom jaw to your head. This joint allows you to chew, talk, and open and close your mouth. TMJ disorders known as TMD, Temporomandibular disorder, often appear as headaches, neck pain, jaw pain, ringing of the ears, etc.
Technology in Treatment
Dr. Palmer conducts a series of completely painless and non-invasive tests. Including EMG tests, a TENS unit, 3D xray(when needed), microcurrents, Iontophor, electro sonogram, and K7 Evaluation. These tests allow him to better diagnose and devise a treatment plan catered to every individual person and their exact sources of pain or discomfort.
Does this apply to you?
Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms multiple times a week or continuously over a period of a few days?
Headaches, Migraines, facial pain, and/or head pain?
Jaw and TMJ problems such as: clicking or popping joints, jaw locking, pain in cheek muscles, and/or grating sounds?
Ear pain, ringing of ears, and/or postural imbalances?
Throat problems such as: Swallowing difficulty, tightness of throat, tongue pain, and/or pain in hard palate?
Neck and Shoulder problems such as: stiffness, lack of mobility, sore neck muscles, back pain, and/or arm and finger tingling/numbness/or pain?
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“My husband has had TMJ for about 18 yrs. His jaw would get locked 1-2 or more times a week and his grinding was so severe that it would keep me up at night. Dr. Palmer recommended treatments but we weren’t sure about it, until he couldn’t eat because his jaw hurt so bad. He has had two treatments now and OMG you will not believe the changes. His jaw hasn’t locked, he stopped grinding, and his neck/shoulders have even stopped being so tense. Who knew that TMJ affects so much more than just the jaw. Thank you Dr. Palmer from a well rested wife!”
The world of medicine is continuously changing and ever evolving. There are numerous patients in many offices that are suffering from neuromuscular discomfort. These ailments …
“Beautiful office in historic downtown Franklin. Great location with parking lot. Dr. Palmer has a wonderful sense of humor and always treats patients with their …
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Why NM Dentistry?
What is NMD?
Neuromuscular dentists evaluate and treat your overall oral health by considering how your muscles, teeth, and joints all work together.
Muscles affect your bite! Your jaw posturing muscles may be overworked in an attempt to maintain your present position. The Neuromuscular dentist determines the jaw position that is associated with relaxed posturing muscles and adjusts or alters your bite to that position.
Dr. Lee Palmer uses a variety of non-invasive and painless techniques including a Tens unit, to help your muscles reach that relaxed state.
Dentures Neuromuscular dentistry is essential in providing dentures superior in function and appearance. Dr. Lee Palmer considers the teeth, muscles, and joints to optimize the bite.
Dentures not only give a personal confidence boost they also have an important role in establishing your correct jaw position. Neuromuscular dentistry is important when restoring the bite and identifying the needed function of the dentures. Dr. Lee Palmer precisely measures the activity of the muscles that control your jaw to determine your optimum jaw position.
If you currently have dentures and experience issues with chewing, headaches, and neck pain your dentures are not fit for you! Neuromuscular dentistry eliminates ill fitting and poor functioning dentures. Dr. Lee Palmer designs aesthetically pleasing and well functioning dentures.
Clear Aligners
There is more to a perfect smile than just straight teeth. Teeth, muscles, and joints are all connected, making it essential to have a neuromuscular dentist involved.
Neuromuscular dentists highlight how the muscles, jaw joints, and teeth affect one another. By establishing a harmonious relationship among the teeth, muscles, and jaw joints it will allow teeth to function evenly and establish the optimum bite. By using state-of-the-art technology Dr. Lee Palmer is able to track jaw activity and identify a correct jaw position before and after the use of clear aligners.
The equipment used to establish the correct jaw trajectory is completely painless and non-invasive. By positioning the jaw and teeth on the correct trajectory it allows for happy teeth and muscles during the straightening of teeth in the aligners. Resulting in a beautiful and happy smile!
