There's a better way to treat chronic migraines and headaches
If you suffer from chronic migraines, you know how difficult they are to effectively diagnose and treat. The TruDenta system of diagnosis and treatment was developed to help uncover and resolve the frequently-overlooked causes behind your chronic migraines.
Uncover the hidden causes of your chronic pain
The TruDenta diagnostic process uses the latest technology to closely examines the nerves, muscles, and ligaments that surround the head, neck, and jaw to find any signs of the inflammation and chronic stress that can lead to constant headaches.
Get safe and lasting treatment from the doctors who understand your pain
If examination shows that your headaches are actually being caused by musculoskeletal problems, we can help. All TruDenta doctors have years of experience as dental professionals working with the delicate musculature of the jaw, neck, and head—a perfect background to implement TruDenta's process of progressive rehabilitation and physical therapy for the damaged joints and stressed musculature that cause chronic headaches.
Get to the root of your chronic migraines
At Johns Creek Headache Center, we primarily focus on pain management for jaw-related headaches, migraines, and TMJ issues. If you are looking for a compassionate yet skilled practitioner, our dental care team headed by Dr. Steven C. Ricci is here to help you get the care you need. Our priority is to deliver the highest quality mouth and jaw therapy to our patients in a comfortable and understanding setting. We primarily serve Johns Creek, GA.
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Our Doctor:
Dr. Steven Ricci
Dr. Steven C. Ricci earned two Bachelor of Science degrees in just four years at Wake Forest University, then continued his education at the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1996.
This degree was awarded with the distinction of magna cum laude due to his high level of academic achievement. He held many leadership positions, such as vice-president of the medical campus honor council for two years, and served as a student member of the dental school admissions committee. He also was one of a few select students invited to join the prestigious National Dental Honor Society. After graduation, Dr. Ricci decided to pursue advanced specialty training in orthodontics for an additional two years to earn a certificate of orthodontic specialty and a master’s degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry.
Professional
Dr. Ricci has practiced orthodontics in the Atlanta area since 1998, and is an active member of many leading dental and orthodontic organizations, including the:
Seattle Study Club of Atlanta (An elite inter-disciplinary study club)
Georgia Association of Orthodontists (President 2011-2012)
Georgia Dental Association
Northern District Dental Society
American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Focus
Dr. Ricci recognizes the importance of staying up to date with the rapid advances in the orthodontic field and continues to spend in excess of 40 hours per year on continuing education, despite the Georgia State Board of Dentistry requirements of only 20 hours per year.
Personal
Dr. Ricci founded Ricci Orthodontics in June of 2001 in the Johns Creek area. He and his wife, Kelly, stay very busy with their two daughters, Julia and Amanda, and their son, Brennan. They enjoy living in Cumming, where they live an active life in the community and are members of Saint Brendan’s Church. Dr. Ricci is an ex-triathlete that still enjoys health and fitness activities when time permits as well as watching college and professional football.
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The TruDenta Process
Bite Force Analysis
Our proprietary T-Scan technology allows our doctors to precisely assess your mouth and jaw for dental imbalances during opening, closing, and chewing, right down to the amount and direction of the force exerted by each individual tooth.
Range of Motion Analysis
Dental imbalances often cause chronic muscle tension and inflammation, which can in turn limit your head and jaw movement. Our doctors measure and monitor the movement range of your head and jaw to more accurately determine the most effective treatment plan for your symptoms.
Headache History Form
Headaches can occur for many different reasons — in order to find the source of your headaches and determine if the TruDenta treatment process will be effective for you, your TruDenta doctor will speak with you in detail about your past headaches and their specific symptoms.
Muscle Exam
Your TruDenta doctor will locate the latent trigger points in your face and neck that restrict motion and contribute to jaw imbalances — these knots of tense muscle are often missed without a thorough examination.
Head Health Questionaire
Jaw or head trauma can cause a variety of hidden changes in the jaw, neck, and face that may later manifest as stiffness, pain, or headaches. By cataloging any possible sources of damage, your TruDenta doctor can more effectively focus your treatment plan.
Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound treatment returns circulation to chronically sore and strained muscles by providing gentle heat and increasing blood flow, while the targeted sound waves break up scar tissue and deep adhesions.
Trigger Point Therapy
Manual trigger point therapy decreases and eliminates pain and tension in latent and active trigger points by breaking up muscle knots and increasing blood flow in order to decrease inflammation.
Electrocurrent
Our transcutaneous microcurrent stimulation therapy reduces muscle spasms and their accompanying pain through low-level electrical signals. It also decreases lactic acid build-up and encourages healthy nerve stimulation.
