Dr Christina Thevapalan

Night Guards: Custom-made nightguards are often prescribed for patients with bruxism. These dental appliances are worn during sleep to create a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth, reducing the impact of grinding and clenching.
Botulinum Toxin for TMJ: Botulinum toxin injections can alleviate TMJ-related pain and discomfort. When administered by a skilled professional, botulinum toxin can relax the jaw muscles, reducing tension and inflammation in the TMJ.
Orthodontic Treatment: In some cases, we may recommend orthodontic treatment to correct misaligned teeth and improve the overall bite, addressing TMJ issues that stem from malocclusion.
Lifestyle Modifications: The dental team at Ava Dental may suggest lifestyle modifications, such as stress reduction techniques and dietary changes, to minimize jaw tension and its impact on TMJ disorders.

(DEN0001145317) Registered Dentist, General Registration

Dr Christina Thevapalan is a general dentist who graduated with a Bachelor of Dentistry (Hons) from the University of Sydney in 2008. Before her ventures in dentistry, she graduated and pursued a career as an optometrist, having worked as an optometrist for three years. Christina commenced her work as a dentist in community dentistry and added private practice to her scope of practice in 2011.

She joined Ava Dental in late 2016. She enjoys all general dentistry disciplines but is keenly interested in paediatric dentistry and removable denture prostheses.

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