Treatment may include restoring damaged teeth, pain relief, and methods to prevent further damage to your teeth. There are commonly 3 reasons why teeth can become loose; loss of attachment which leads to ligament damage, heavy bite force, gum disease, or a combination of both. We accept referrals from dentists working at Pearl Dental Clinic and also from dentists working in other practices for provision of Michigan Splints. Depending on which product is used, the splint must be worn for a few minutes or several hours to get the best result. A highly trained and experienced dentist and dental technician can make and fit these mouth guards/splints that can deprogram the muscles around your head, face and neck.

Maxillary stabilisation appliances known as Michigan splints and mandibular stabilisation appliances known as Tanner appliances are full-coverage heat-cured hard acrylic occlusal splints. Soak your mouth guard in antimicrobial solutions between uses, which can be found at most pharmacies. Michigan splints are customized to meet each individual’s requirements and ensure that there is even contact between the teeth when they come together. If you’ve already invested in a mouth guard, you’ve taken a step in the right direction when it comes to protecting your smile.If the splint accidentally dries out for more than 24 hours, it will temporarily be very tight and not fit. Additionally, all muscle pain as well as your headaches should disappear as the muscles relax when wearing the mouthguard/splint.

However, frequent grinding can lead to damaged teeth, problems with the jaw, and other oral health issues. Determination of the central jaw relationship (RCP) following reduced muscle hyperactivity and mandibular repositioning (relaxation/internal derangement splint). As it is a cost-efficient full-coverage appliance, it is considered a reversible and efficacious treatment modality as it does not induce unwanted tooth movement and malocclusion. Simply stated, some dentists regard the evidence associated with procedural-based treatments as suspect unless the treatment was done ‘in my hands’.Orthodontic splints should always be used within the framework of a treatment monitored by a specialist.

No matter which device your dentist prescribes, early professional intervention is essential to prevent further complications or additional health conditions. These removable appliances can be replaced every 7to 15 days depending on the case until a straight smile is achieved. Centric relation (CR) describes the relationship of your jaw when the condyles are in their most relaxed and natural position. It’s important to follow your dentist’s instructions for caring for your dental splint and to have it checked regularly to ensure that it is still fitting properly and effectively. Loose teeth can make eating uncomfortable, as biting pressure can cause the teeth to move and pull away from the gum.Direct contact with acidic beverages with teeth will wear off the natural tooth substance more rapidly. However, Sutherland et al (2014) noted that: ‘Sleep apnoea devices are not efficacious for all, with approximately one-third of patients experiencing no therapeutic benefit. You may not realise you have bruxism until someone tells you, or you cannot figure out why your teeth or jaw hurt. Night guards prevent the upper and lower teeth from coming into contact while you sleep, making them highly effective at protecting the teeth from further damage.

Soft acrylic or light cured composite, or vinyl splints may be made more quickly and cheaply, but are not as durable, and are more commonly made for short-term use. During the lower jaw lateral excursive movement, canine guidance/protection should be provided while maintaining posterior teeth disclusion. A mouthguard is most often used to prevent injury in contact sports, as a treatment for bruxism or TMD, or as part of certain dental procedures, such as tooth bleaching or sleep apnea treatment. Additionally, they can aid in jaw stabilisation and bite alignment correction, enhancing the mouth's overall functionality and attractiveness.

In a mechanical sense, anterior disclusion devices like the NTI-tss Plus ® or NTI OmniSplint ® are the most effective for jaw clenching because they prohibit contact of the posterior teeth and can limit the negative impact of jaw activity. A Michigan splint is made from much harder acrylic and is less likely to be worn down or perforated by clenching and grinding. Splints can be used permanently or temporarily, depending on the condition they’re being used to treat.