A night guard is for somebody that just is clenching and grinding and doesn’t really have any symptoms except for they’re having excessive wear on their teeth. Well, that wear can cause tooth loss or tooth breakage and damage. So a night guard protects and has them grinding on plastic instead of their teeth. And if they don’t have symptoms, which I mean symptoms is pain in any muscle or joints, then a night guard will work for somebody who grinds. Now the other part is splint therapy. And splint therapy is more for people that have symptoms. They might have headaches, neck aches, their jaws hurt, their jaw muscles are sore. Basically, then we go through some pretty good extensive records and we get an appliance made to help them with those symptoms. Splint therapy is I take many hours and with a lab that I work with, with all the records and we come up with different type of splint. I would encourage a patient that’s having headaches, jaw, muscle pain, I would encourage them to give us a call and we can walk them through the process, give them an idea of what might be going on and have…work the process of trying to help them relieve their pain.
Safeguard Your Smile With TMJ Treatment in Hagerstown
Imagine a life without chronic jaw pain and dental discomfort. If you grind your teeth, you can get relief with our TMJ treatment in Hagerstown. Your dentist can create a custom-fitted night guard that will protect your teeth from injury and ease pressure on your jaw. As a result, you will:
- Keep your smile intact by avoiding dental injury
- Eat without popping or clicking sounds
- Enjoy life again without nagging discomfort
- Minimize tooth decay by avoiding cracks in your teeth
- Improve your smile’s condition and overall well-being
Call 765-358-5807 for an appointment.
Stop Headaches & Other TMJ Symptoms With a Custom Bite Guard
A problem with your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) can be triggered for a variety of reasons. Stress, teeth grinding, injury to your jaw, and arthritis are all common causes. Whatever the reason, you can find relief through much-needed treatment. Our primary treatment recommendation is a night guard, since you are more likely to grind your teeth while you sleep. Wearing it regularly will help you avoid needing restorative treatments to repair your smile.
Using digital scans, your dentist will create a custom night guard that will:
- Fit You Perfectly – Unlike a store-bought option, your customized night guard will be made specifically for your smile using dental impressions. You won’t feel uncomfortable wearing it while you sleep. After just a night or two, you’ll barely realize it’s there while you sleep.
- Last Longer – Biteguards you get at the dentist typically last longer than ones you can buy in the store. Your guard is made of a durable material and can last for years with proper care. Your dentist will discuss ways to take care of your mouthguard during your visit. Bring it with you to your exams, so we can ensure it stays in great shape.
- Offer Lasting Relief – Wearing your bite guard every night will allow your jaw to heal. This device acts like a cushion between your teeth and will prevent you from pressing down to clench or grind. Making it part of your bedtime routine will minimize your TMJ symptoms.
Call 765-358-5807 for TMJ treatment in Hagerstown. You can also schedule online.
TMJ problems typically won’t go away without treatment. TMJ pain is usually caused when the joints in your jaw become inflamed. This commonly occurs because of two habits that put your jaw under pressure: clenching and teeth grinding. We can make a custom mouthguard for you that will stop these behaviors so that your jaw can heal.
There is no standard length for TMJ treatment. It depends on many factors, including the severity of your symptoms. Since a mouthguard not only relieves TMJ pain but also prevents damage to teeth caused by grinding, many patients make it a permanent addition to their bedtime routine.
Signs of a TMJ disorder may include jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds when chewing, difficulty opening the mouth completely, facial pain, headaches, and ear pain or ringing. Some people may also experience neck and shoulder pain or toothaches unrelated to dental problems. Also, your jaw may feel locked or stuck. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to visit our practice for help