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Michigan Splint

1st Dec 2021

Michigan Splint
Bruxism and TMJ can be draining due to the lack of sleep, discomfort, and painful side effects that often accompany them. The Michigan Splint is a night guard that treats temporomandibular joint
Night Guard Smell

1st Dec 2021

Night Guard Smell
Mouth guards are a great solution for bruxism (teeth grinding) and TMJ, but unfortunately, night guards can develop a smell if not cared for properly. Does your night guard smell? If you’ve ever
DIY Night Guard

21st Nov 2021

DIY Night Guard
If your dentist has quoted you hundreds of dollars for a custom-fit night guard because you clench or grind your teeth, you may be looking for other, more cost-effective options such as a DIY ni
Night Guard Allergy

18th Nov 2021

Night Guard Allergy
Night guards, mouthguards, and oral splints are a highly recommended treatment for bruxism, TMJ disorders, and sleep apnea. However, night guards are only effective if worn consistently. Night guar
Medications That Cause Bruxism

6th Nov 2021

Medications That Cause Bruxism
Sleep bruxism and temporomandibular joint disorders, or TMJ disorders, are often downright painful. Sufferers can be plagued by adverse effects such as tooth wear, sore jaw muscles, facial pain, ea
PTSD And Bruxism

30th Oct 2021

PTSD And Bruxism
Our minds and our bodies do not exist in a vacuum. Mental health is often connected to overall physical health and oral health. One of the many mental health conditions that is connected to physica
Meditation For Teeth Grinding

23rd Oct 2021

Meditation For Teeth Grinding
Bruxism, temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ/TMD), sleep apnea, and other sleep movement disorders take a physical and mental toll. These conditions involve repetitive movements that cause enorm
VA Disability Rating For Bruxism

17th Oct 2021

VA Disability Rating For Bruxism
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) grants disability benefits to veterans based on a rating system. This VA benefits rating system categorizes medical conditions to establish disability compen
Teeth Pain From Grinding

9th Oct 2021

Teeth Pain From Grinding
Teeth grinding, a condition known as bruxism, occurs when you grind your upper and lower teeth together. For most people, this happens subconsciously at night. In these cases, the condition is know