What is gnathology?

Before recommending such comprehensive diagnostics, the doctor must confirm the presence of gnathological disorders. The specialist will perform several mouth opening-and-closing tests and assess the condition of the teeth and the type of occlusion. In addition to the teeth and jaws, the gnathologist will evaluate the movement and function of the temporomandibular joints under load and at rest.

Computed tomography (CT) and/or cephalometric radiography. A CT scan of the jaws and TMJ radiographs help rule out other maxillofacial pathologies and enable a sound treatment plan that accounts for bone health and the condition of tooth roots.

Jaw scanning is essentially a digital impression of your jaws taken with a scanner (camera). The procedure is quick and completely painless. Intraoral scanning is required for condylography, because without scanning the jaws it is technically impossible to obtain a diagnostic report after facebow registration.

This is the core examination of jaw and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) function using the Zebris JMA Optic facebow, with interpretation of the findings and a 3D recording of mandibular movements. With the condylography results, you can consult another specialist, who can prescribe appropriate treatment based on the condylograph data.