The benefits of PPM
- By helping to properly align and relax muscles in the face, the PPM mouthguard improves muscle recruitment and vertebrae alignment. The result: improved strength and balance.
Whether you're looking for better balance on the ice, a more fluid and powerful golf swing, a higher vertical leap on the basketball court or greater results from strength training, the PPM mouthguard can help you achieve your potential!
The Science behind PPM
- In 90 percent of the population, the lower jaw is not in an optimal position, which causes facial muscles to be "unhappy" where they are situated. The PPM is based on the concepts of neuromuscular dentistry, a science developed by Dr. Bernard Jankelson that incorporates the muscles, nerves and supporting structures of the mouth, in order to improve jaw and muscle alignment. Nueromuscular dentistry focuses on the physical connection between the range of motion of these muscles and joints, and your body posture.
Your PPM certified dentist determines the best possible jaw position through computerized tracking of your jaw. A TENS (Transcutaneous Electro Neural Stimulation) machine is used to help relax your muscles, putting them in their most comfortable position. When your facial muscles are in position, your PPM is fitted, thus returning your muscles to this relaxed position when the mouthguard is worn. When your jaw is in its optimal position, as it is when wearing your specifically made PPM, the muscles are no longer stressed, thus giving you the best bite along with the added benefits of improved balance, and increase upper body strength.
Where to get a PPM mouthguard
- The PPM mouthguard is only available through a PPM certified dentist. If you are a candidate for the PPM, impressions will be taken of your lower and upper teeth and your optimal bite will be determined during your first appointment (approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours). After it is fabricated by the lab (approximately 2 weeks), your PPM will be fitted during a second visit with your dentist (only 10-20 minutes).
To see if the PPM mouthguard can help you achieve your potential, contact Dr. Ysidro for a personal consultation.