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Flat Plane Occlusal Guard

29th Aug 2020

Flat Plane Occlusal Guard
So your dentist sat chairside, examined your teeth, and then broke the news: You need a costly dental appliance to protect your teeth and jaw from damage. As you removed your paper bib, you may hav
Does Insurance Cover Botox for TMJ And Bruxism?

23rd Aug 2020

Does Insurance Cover Botox for TMJ And Bruxism?
If the question, “ Does insurance cover Botox for TMJ and bruxism?” has crossed your mind as you nurse the painful symptoms of TMJ and bruxism, you’re not alone. Botox can be a very effecti
Thin Mouth Guard

16th Aug 2020

Thin Mouth Guard
If you have been diagnosed with bruxism (jaw clenching and teeth grinding) or your dentist recommends a mouthguard, you might be concerned about the fit and comfort of this form of treatment. Fortu
Tinnitus And Bruxism

9th Aug 2020

Tinnitus And Bruxism
Maybe you’ve had tinnitus, that chronic, familiar buzzing or ringing, for years. Or maybe it just started and you don’t know what to do. Either way, knowing the cause can be a great help. If you gr
Teeth Hurt After Wearing A Night Guard

2nd Aug 2020

Teeth Hurt After Wearing A Night Guard
A night guard was supposed to stop my teeth from hurting. So why do my teeth hurt after wearing a night guard when I wake up in the morning? I thought a night guard was supposed to fix my tooth
How To Stop Cheek Biting

25th Jul 2020

How To Stop Cheek Biting
Chronic cheek biting, also known as morsicatio buccarum, is a body focused repetitive behavior (BFRB). Like other BFRBs, cheek biting is a habit that has many potential causes. The Diagnostic and S
Vitamins And Supplements To Treat TMJ

18th Jul 2020

Vitamins And Supplements To Treat TMJ
Nutritional deficiencies rob your body of the building blocks it needs to truly thrive. Using vitamins and supplements to treat TMJ disorder is an easy way to correct troublesome deficits. Keep r
Alcohol And Teeth Grinding

11th Jul 2020

Alcohol And Teeth Grinding
After a night of drinking, have you ever woken up with sore jaw muscles or other symptoms that made you think like your bruxism has gotten really bad? As you may suspect, there is a connection b
Types Of Retainers For Teeth

4th Jul 2020

Types Of Retainers For Teeth
There are several types of retainers for teeth. If you're finished with your orthodontic treatment or soon will be, it's wise to take a little time to explore your options to find the right type