Expert Testimony

Respected professionals are called upon to testify in legal proceedings as to deviations from standard practice and harm and damages done to patients from neglect or malpractice. Expert witnesses also interpret forensic evidence. Dr. Souviron is a much sought after expert witness in cases involving highly technical aspects of dental treatment and bite mark evidence.

Equilibration

The science of interpreting and adjusting the bite for harmony of function and relaxed musculature. A very exacting procedure, is often done on models first to avoid surprises in the individual bite. May or may not eliminate dental jaw joint pain and symptoms, but predictably slows or stops the progress of pathology when indicated. May need to be periodically redone or touched up to account for tooth wear and drifting.

Ernest Syndrome

A facial pain syndrome typified by spontaneous pain on the side of the face and sometimes the neck. The cause is a tendinitis of the stylomandibular ligament which attaches to the angle (corner) of the denturesdental jaw. Ernest Syndrome is treated with injections of steroid and local denturesdental anesthesia, as are many types of tendinitis. It is an occasional result of whiplash injuries.

Etch

The act of opening microporosities in the dental enamel or porcelain to facilitate bonding. The technique which literally allows white fillings to "stick".

Endodontic Treatment

Usually known as root canal therapy, this treatment refers to the removal of diseased or dying nerve tissue from the inside of the tooth. It does NOT mean removing a root from the tooth, and does not involve surgery. A rubber dam must be used to prevent saliva from entering the tooth. The steps of the procedure are acess (opening into the nerve chamber), debridement (removing the diseased tissue), working distance (measuring the exact length of the roots), cleaning and shaping (preparing the tooth for filling), and obturation (filling the root with an inert filling material called gutta percha). After a root canal most teeth require a foundation filling for support and a dental crown for strength. Root canals are about 95% successful, and are no longer the nightmare that they were in our parents' generation. Most root canals can be completed in one visit unless started in an emergency, and are amazingly comfortable.

dental Enamel

The hard crystalline material that covers the outside of the tooth. The hardest substance in the human body. now when make dentures, dental technicians will make a man-made-enamel on the surface of the dentures, so it look more natural and beautiful.

EMG

Electromyography measures the dentures amount of contractile or spastic activity in a muscle. Is of use in the diagnosis and treatment of many dental jaw joint and facial pain problems.