Mouth Guard

Do You Have Jaw Pain or Teeth Grinding?

A specialized mouthguard is designed for patients with TMD or teeth grinding to manage the issue conservatively. Here’s how it works: The guard helps the muscles in your face relax. While it won’t stop the grinding, it protects your teeth during the night from wearing down. By relaxing your muscles, it can reduce the sensation of waking up with tired facial muscles and improve your quality of sleep.

Frequently asked questions
How We Treat TMJ and Teeth Grinding?
A specialized mouth guard is designed for patients with TMD or teeth grinding to manage the issue conservatively. Here's how it works: - The guard helps the muscles in your face relax. - While it won’t stop the grinding, it protects your teeth during the night from wearing down. - By relaxing your muscles, it can reduce the sensation of waking up with tired facial muscles and improve your quality of sleep.
Enhancing Treatment with Botox?
For added benefit, Botox (botulinum toxin) can be administered to the cheek muscles, further helping them to relax. While this effect lasts for 3-6 months, it’s not a permanent solution but can be a more effective alternative than using oral muscle relaxant medications.