"For nearly 20 years I suffered from sometimes debilitating headaches. As the years went by the headaches became stronger and more frequent in nature. Diagnosed as migraines, cluster headaches and finally "facial pain of unknown origin", no treatment was able to reduce or eliminate my headaches or provide significant relief. My painful headache episodes, which often involved pain lasting more than 48 hours, could only be somewhat relieved by narcotic pain medication. After numerous trips to various doctors, including neurologists and other specialists, (and being subjected to) CAT-Scans, MRI and other diagnostic tools, no definitive causes were determined. It was finally recommended to me by an ENT specialist that I seek out a doctor of dentistry familiar with the latest techniques in neuromuscular dentistry.
Much to my relief, I was able to find Dr. Thomas Berard right here in Traverse City! After a consultation with Dr. Berard, where he explained that 80% of headaches are caused by an incorrect bite or muscle tension relating to TMD (tempormandibular disorder). I availed myself of his services, and the virtually painless process of identifying the specifics of my problem and creating an orthotic to treat it were completed. Despite my suspicions, after so many years of suffering, I'm incredibly grateful to have been absolutely 100% headache and pain free since just a week or so after beginning to wear my othotic device! Dr Berard's treatment has radically improved my quality of life and I would enthusiastically encourage anyone suffering from migraines or other headaches, who are not finding relief, to consult with Dr. Berard and his Team at ENVISION Dental."
"The simple fact is that I just don't have headaches anymore!!!!! It feels like a miracle..."
Brian B.
