A hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a theory - or does it?

I just got this link via Email from one of my patients:

Is Multiple Sclerosis Caused by the Jaw and Cranial Bones?

The article goes on to say:

"Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is likely a biomechanical disease caused by the jaw muscles, cranial bones, and veins of the body. The autoimmune paradigm has produced no effective treatment after 70 years as the prevailing hypothesis on the cause of MS. With the enormous MS drug market now worth over $20 billion a year, the status quo of MS research serves the interests of pharmaceutical companies, neurologists, and diagnostic imaging providers who live lavishly at the expense of patient health with little incentive to terminate this lucrative source of revenue. Under this new model, MS is caused by the jaw muscles temporarily expanding the cranial cavity, particularly during sustained bruxism (jaw clenching), by laterally pulling the temporal bones outwardly along the squamosal suture. When the bruxing episode ends, the cranial bones deflect back to their normal positions. This cranial expansion-contraction phenomenon induces compressive and shearing strains to the brain tissue resulting in diffuse global brain damage."

Please read more here>>

Although I might not agree with the mechanism described, I commend the establishment of a link between MS and Jaw problems

A patient writes:

'........6 months ago (December 2012) I developed instant numbness in my right shoulder, bicep, chest, and neck - none of which dissipated thereafter. Following numerous medical examinations during this period, the severe numbness in my arm/shoulder prompted MRI scans. Inflammation was identified in my brain and neck section of my spine and on 3rd January 2013, I was diagnosed with MS (a condition I held little knowledge of at that time)..........

........I made the choice to visit Dr. Amir as a result of substantial reading by my wife following my diagnosis. This reading identified a wide variation in views about MS (from a number of respected medical practitioners throughout the western world) and comments reported by patients in my situation who had also received treatment from Dr. Amir and subsequently considered themselves well........

........As a professional entrenched in the value of the evidence to guide decisions, I decided to pursue an option that, at face value, offered what I assessed as having evidence worthy of consideration. While I understand that the scientific world would consider individual post-treatment testimonies to be anecdotal and virtually useless when evaluating the effectiveness of a treatment, I do not.......

1. I understand that medical views suggest there to be more than one possible cause for lesions in the brain and spine.

2. My own diagnosis (by the NHS Neurologist) included the professional view that the lesions in my brain could be several years old.

3. I understand that medical findings within autopsies have identified the presence of lesions in persons who have never suffered the symptoms of MS.

4. I know, from personal experience, that of others and open-source advice that numbness of the type I am experiencing can be generated by a range of causes, not least trauma caused by accidents, sporting injuries, and a variety of illnesses, disease, and physical conditions. It is not exclusive to MS......

........I visited Dr. Amir with complete deadness in my shoulder and bicep and severe numbness in my right chest side and back of my neck. This had been unchanged for 6 weeks. My right thumb had been numb for 2 weeks and the fingers for over 6 months.......

.......Dr. Amir did not claim he would definitely be able to 'cure me' but did explain that my jaw misalignment and other matters were causing my condition and that he would treat these as best as he was able - without guarantee.........

.......That day (15 days ago) Dr. Amir fitted a bespoke brace to my upper jaw and advised on exercises and a method of eating.

The next day I noticed a distinct alleviation of the numbness in my right bicep.

Within 1 week sensation had returned to my right bicep, chest, neck, and fingers in my left hand.

This week, my shoulder can be reported as feeling less dense, although my thumb (the most recent development) remains numb.............."

[Update: Patient continues to feel well and the symptoms have largely resolved. April 2014]



In July 1980, I was diagnosed with Optic neuritis in my left eye. I was tested for Multiple Sclerosis involving a lumbar puncture and brain scan, but the results were inconclusive. I was given a two-week course of steroids. At this point in my life, I didn’t realise what I was being tested for and the doctors didn’t say, but my husband knew as a work colleague explained to him. We had only been married for two years.

In December 1986, I suffered another attack which gave me numb patches on the left side of my trunk. I was retested for MS with a lumbar puncture and a brain scan, but again it was inconclusive for MS. Everything around my chest hurt so I had to wear loose clothing avoiding tight bras. I was however informed that I may have MS. How could I? I had two small children to look after. So began the long journey into the unknown with MS sitting on my shoulder. I counted myself lucky as I was still able to live a fairly “normal life”.

Another seven years went by before I suffered another bout of optic neuritis in my right eye in June 1994. This time I had blood tests, an MRI scan, and a lumbar puncture but the results were again inconclusive. My Doctor wrote to the hospital and was told that a slight abnormality was found in my spinal fluid which could be a sign of MS.

I developed a lot of balance and gait problems. I was very unsteady on my feet and could no longer walk much. I fell over a lot, so in July 2006 I made an appointment to see my Neurologist, who concluded that because of the past 30 years of my medical history, I was actually suffering from Secondary Progressive MS. In December 2007 I fell on a footpath, I damaged my front teeth, ripped open the left side of my face, I passed out and got taken to hospital by ambulance.

Everyday simple tasks became difficult, I couldn’t stand for long, walking was almost impossible and life, in general, became a challenge. I had to plan what needed doing and find the easiest way to accomplish the daily chores.

Earlier this year a friend told me about a patient of his seeing a Dr. Amir, and how after 6 + months she no longer suffers from any of her MS symptoms and feels she has been given her life back.

So I rang to see if he could help me. Dr. Amir took time to talk about my symptoms and medical history. He went over the comprehensive questionnaire he had sent for me to complete and also my notes from my previous medical treatments.

His impression was that my troubles started at age 17 when I had a tooth removed from the roof of my mouth. This was perhaps an improper correction of the crowding in my mouth and caused further damage to my occlusion and my jaw joint.

They explained that the rest was a domino effect causing various asymmetries in my cranium especially in the occiput causing an imbalance of my cerebellum resulting in poor fine motor control. He checked and found that my Atlas vertebra was asymmetric causing my hips to be unlevel. He concluded that all this was causing my gait problems. He said that his treatment could perhaps address all these issues.

I embarked on Dr. Amir’s treatment and rapidly gained control of my gait within a very short space of time. I can now walk for a longer distance and many of my other symptoms have eased or disappeared. I still have a long way to go because of the challenging work I need on my teeth. I have more energy and my sallow appearance has changed to a radiant healthy look confirmed by my friends. After some 30 years, I have suddenly got my life back. ...........Eira Foster

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Jackie pike
February 2019
Just wanted to update my progress since my last review. I am feeling strong and much more stable since I started my treatment for a misaligned jaw with Dr. Amir in September 2017. My bruxism has lessened and I have learned breathing, tongue positioning, and swallowing techniques which have eradicated the daytime clenching. My balance and coordination are much improved.

I had presented initially with an ataxic style gait and was struggling to walk with a steady, tandem gait. MRI scans revealed some possible inflammation or demyelination high up in my brain but no conclusions were reached. I was nervous and felt I was losing my mobility to the point where I would need to use a stick. However, since beginning my orthodontic treatment, my last scan in 2018, showed no further degeneration, and my balance, gait, and coordination are much improved.

Emotionally, I am so much more confident and positive since starting my treatment with Dr. Amir. For years, I was told my bruxism was down to stress, never to do with my bite but now I understand that the constant use of an array of night guards and splints only added to the problem.

I truly believe that I have found someone in Dr. Amir, who has a thorough understanding of my entire situation and I look forward to continuing improving health and well-being under his diligent care.
I am a 55yr old female, who apart from childhood/ early adult asthma and sports-related wear and tear of the knee, elbow, shoulder, and neck, (mild cervical spondylosis), had enjoyed 54 yrs of robust good health.
In December 2014 1 became ill, the symptoms were as follows:-

1) Severe, life-altering dizziness
2) Severe paresthesias (tingling) in arms and legs
3) Exhaustion
4) Tinnitus
5) Unexplained, unwanted weight loss from 9 st to under 8 st, for my height, underweight.

My excellent GP whom I had rarely visited, ran many tests over several weeks. It was found that I had a positive ANA blood count that gradually rose from 1:80 to 1:320, (zero would be normal), indicative of an Auto-Immune Disease.

This combined with my other symptoms meant that I was suspected of having either Multiple Sclerosis or Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Extensive tests/ scans and investigations ensued with consultants in the following fields:-

1) Neurology
2) Rheumatology
3) ENT
4) Cardiology
5) Orthopaedic

Whilst waiting for the results of these tests, all of which eventually proved inconclusive, I found Dr Amir's website and arranged an appointment in Feb 2015. Dr. Amir is an exceptional man; kind, articulate, highly intelligent and an excellent Cranio Dental Surgeon, who has successfully treated many conditions when mainstream medicine has failed.

I have always known that my frame and jaw are not symmetrical, but, somewhat to my surprise, Dr Amir explained this could be causing all of my symptoms. The following day he fitted two discreet braces to redress this imbalance, which I continue to wear. He also recommended specific breathing exercises, some dietary changes, and supplementation.

Now, 4 months later, my symptoms are hugely reduced and my health is returning to normal. The life compromising dizziness is now intermittent and not severe. Sleep is no longer interrupted by the tingling which is barely perceptible.

My GP was delighted and surprised by all of this and in particular, that the ANA blood test has now reversed and returned to normal. He wanted to know if I'd been doing anything different to bring about this extraordinary change other than the physiotherapy that had been recommended to me to alleviate the cervical spondylosis.

As yet, I haven't told him of my regular consultations and treatment with Dr. Amir but will do so when all symptoms are completely resolved and my treatment is finished.

I am truly indebted to Dr. Amir for his unswerving confidence and ability to bring about this dramatic turnaround in my health.
I will never be able to thank him enough.

Comment: June 2018. Please note that an ANA test is used to help diagnose autoimmune disorders, including Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This is the most common type of lupus, a chronic disease affecting multiple parts of the body, including the joints, blood vessels, kidneys, and brain. Please note that her ANA test reading fell from 320 to Zero!
The total reversal of the ANA figure must indicate that there is no such illness as 'MS'
Or jaw asymmetry correction is a sure treatment for autoimmune diseases?

The patient recovered completely in the ensuing months and remains in excellent health better than she has ever been.

Very interestingly and ironically I came across the "Molar tooth Joubert syndrome".

For the sake of interest, Joubert syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder that affects the cerebellum, an area of the brain that controls balance and coordination.

(Dental asymmetries, loss of teeth especially wisdom teeth, also affect occipital symmetry and indirectly cerebellar symmetry often resulting in balance and coordination problems)

Signs and symptoms can vary but commonly include weak muscle tone ( hypotonia ); abnormal breathing patterns; abnormal eye movements; ataxia; distinctive facial features; and intellectual disability.

Perhaps a divine message to Save your wisdom teeth!"

Revised January 2021
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