An occlusal splint is a custom-made dental device through the use of 3D scanner technology that is used to treat a range of dental problems related to the bite and the jaw. It is a removable appliance that is typically worn on the upper or lower teeth, and is designed to protect the teeth from grinding or clenching, as well as to alleviate symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and other conditions.
Read MoreAn occlusal splint is a custom-made dental device through the use of 3D scanner technology that is used to treat a range of dental problems related to the bite and the jaw. It is a removable appliance that is typically worn on the upper or lower teeth, and is designed to protect the teeth from grinding or clenching, as well as to alleviate symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and other conditions.
Read MoreBruxism is the involuntary clenching, grinding and gnashing of the teeth, with around half of the population doing this at some stage, usually as a stress response. Some people are regular and forceful tooth grinders and cause a lot of damage to their teeth, resulting in pain in the jaw. Often teeth grinding happens during sleep, but some people grind and clench their teeth while awake.
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