Do mouthguards help with TMJ?

Do mouthguards help with TMJ?

Wearing a mouth guard for jaw clenching and teeth grinding can help protect your teeth from excessive wear and provide relief from temporomandibular joint pain. Schedule a consultation today with one of our dental professionals to find out if a hard night guard is the right bruxism or TMJ syndrome treatment for you.

What type of mouth guard is best for TMJ?

CustMbite makes the best night guards for TMJ on the market. Our custom night guard may provide you with additional protection against the effects of grinding and jaw clenching (also known as “bruxism”).

Can you use a night guard if you have TMJ?

If you are experiencing chronic pain in your jaw, your dentist may prescribe a dental night guard to treat your condition. While TMJ disorder can be treated in a variety of ways, the most common and effective treatment is a dental night guard.

Can a night guard make TMJ worse?

While most night guards can prevent enamel wear by avoiding direct teeth contact, it does not prevent grinding and clenching. In some cases, night guards actually increase the activity of the muscles that clench and this makes TMJ pain worse.

How can I fix my TMJ without surgery?

Typically, your treatment will include an orthotic (a custom-fit mouth appliance), which will help correct your bite. A majority of our patients claim they felt instant relief with their orthotics! Other ways we treat TMJ without surgery include orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and other types of dental services.

How do I stop clenching my jaw without a mouthguard?

3 Mouth Guard Alternatives for Bruxism

1. Occlusal Splints. One of the more similar treatments to a mouth guard is an occlusal splint.
2. Botox Treatments. Much of the time, bruxism occurs because of tense jaw muscles and has nothing to do with the teeth themselves.
3. Biofeedback.