What Are TMJ Appliances?
TMJ appliances are used in the treatment of TMJ syndrome. These appliances are drug-free and noninvasive methods of alleviating and treating TMJ pain. The most common type of TMJ appliance is worn in the mouth like a mouthguard or splint to fix jaw misalignments and provide joint stability. Depending on the severity and cause of TMD, TMJ appliances might be required for months. It is important to use the right type of TMJ appliance to target the root cause of TMD symptoms.
Types of TMJ appliances
There are many types of TMJ appliances available to target different types of TMD. It is important to receive a proper diagnosis and treatment plan from a skilled healthcare provider instead of self-diagnosing and self-treating. If the TMJ appliance is misused or not fitted right, it can actually exacerbate TMD instead of improving symptoms. For example, you might suffer from teeth sensitivities, muscle strains, and other problems.
Stabilization Splints
Stabilization splints are one of the most common types of TMJ appliances. They are a research-based, conservative, and effective treatment known for achieving long-term treatment results to improve and relieve TMD symptoms. These stabilization splints are also called bite guards or bite plates and are prescribed, fitted, and adjusted by specialists in order to suit your mouth and jaw shape.
Splints work by preventing contact between teeth. Through the prolonged usage of these splints, clients will be able to benefit from reduced jaw pressure and the end of chronic pain. During the early stage of treatment, the client has to wear the splint all day. When the joint is finally stable, the splint will be switched to nighttime use.
How TMJ Appliance Can Help You:
If you’re suffering from TMD, it might be time to consider getting fitted for a TMJ appliance. TMJ appliance will:
- Prevent teeth grinding and clenching by keeping teeth separated
- Reduce pressure and strain on the jaw
- Relieve pain by reducing inflammation and swelling
- Allow better sleep
- Treat TMD in a noninvasive, drug-free way to relieve symptoms in a short period of time
- Reduce the risk of future complications and worsening symptoms
TMD Treatment And TMJ Appliances at Head Pain Institute
Are you currently suffering from TMD? If so, you should schedule an appointment with a specialist as soon as possible to alleviate your pain and other symptoms. You might require the help of TMJ appliances, such as a splint, to reposition your jaw and strengthen your facial muscles.
Head Pain Institute will be able to provide comprehensive treatment plans and high-quality TMJ appliances to treat your TMD. Our TMJ specialists will provide painless splint therapy and TMJ appliance fitting through the usage of digital imaging and examination procedures. In addition, your progression will be monitored through regular check-ups so modifications can be done if necessary. With the help of your custom-made TMJ appliance, you’ll be able to work towards a pain-free life. Contact us today if you would like to schedule an appointment!
