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Millions of people develop TMJ every year, and a large number of them have a condition called bruxism. Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is closely associated with TMJ. One of the easiest and most effective ways to ameliorate the painful side effects of TMJD is to wear a TMJ mouthguard. However, custom TMJ mouthguards from a dental office can cost hundreds of dollars, and the existing OTC options were bulky and uncomfortable. At CustMbite, we knew we could do better, so we created the best custom-fit OTC mouthguard for TMJ available today. Read on to learn more about the benefits of wearing our FDA-cleared TMJ mouthguard.
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is closely associated with TMJ. If you suffer from bruxism, it can cause TMJD or exacerbate an existing case of TMJD. If your TMJ is unrelated initially to bruxism, you may also develop bruxism caused by TMJ. However, there are also people who only experience one and not the other. To better understand the relationship between TMJ and bruxism, let’s go over each of them in turn.
- Bruxism involves frequent clenching of the jaw or teeth grinding, often while sleeping. Bruxism can gradually damage your teeth or move your teeth out of position. Over time, grinding your teeth can change the way your bite is aligned. If your teeth are misaligned, your muscles may force the temporomandibular joints out of the sockets to position your teeth properly. If your jaw is misaligned for any reason, you may develop temporomandibular joint disorder.
- TMJD is an injury or inflammation of the temporomandibular joint (or TMJ) that prevents it from moving properly. The joint’s multidimensional motion makes it particularly susceptible to malfunction. Your jaw moves back and forth and up and down, and this range of motion requires a complex system of muscles, bones, ligaments, and discs to work together flawlessly. Your teeth are part of this equation too. If your jaw is misaligned, your teeth may try to pull it back into position through bruxism.
As you can see, TMJ and bruxism seem almost inseparable, and dentists and doctors will want to make sure that you’re diagnosed properly. The symptoms of TMJ and bruxism can mimic each other. One step your dental healthcare professional may recommend is to wear a mouthguard for TMJ. (Those who suffer from bruxism can also benefit from a mouthguard from CustMbite!) Mouthguards for TMJ are one of the most frequently recommended at-home methods to address the pain caused by TMJ symptoms.
Tooth pain is one of the most painful symptoms of TMJ, and unfortunately, it’s one of the most common. Over half of those with TMJ report this type of discomfort. A TMJ mouthguard can help to alleviate the pressure of teeth grinding. A shock-absorbent cushion between the teeth can reduce excess wear, cracking and chipping, and loosening. It can also reduce the strain on your muscles. A misaligned TMJ can also cause tension in the muscles of the jaw, which can further exacerbate TMJ.Perhaps most importantly, a nightguard you sleep better with TMJ. Wearing a TMJ mouthguard is an easy step you can take to reduce the severity of TMJ symptoms, but it’s important to choose the right one. CustMbite offers an OTC mouthguard for TMJ that doesn’t make you choose between great protection and superior comfort.
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Any course of treatment requires you to be consistent. If you choose to wear a mouthguard, a CustMbite mouthguard has a number of advantages over other OTC mouthguards for TMJ.
Though some people eventually recover from TMJD without intervention, it’s critical to be proactive. The discomfort caused by TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder, also known as TMJD) can have a real impact on your quality of life. In fact, TMJ pain isn’t limited only to the jaw. It can affect your entire upper body, causing symptoms ranging from mild headaches and jaw pain to hearing loss and restricted jaw movement.However, most TMJ patients can avoid surgery entirely. Noninvasive options like TMJ exercises, lifestyle and dietary changes, and TMJ mouthguards have been shown to be effective in managing the symptoms of TMJ, including bruxism. CustMbite offers a thin, comfortable mouthguard for TMJ that you’ll actually like wearing. When you’re ready to try it, get the best OTC mouthguard for TMJ here.
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Sleep comfortably with CustMbite. Bruxism and TMJ disorder, both often caused by teeth grinding or clenching during sleep, can cause many problems, including jaw discomfort, headaches, and sleep disruption.
With CustMbite, you can rest assured knowing that our nightguard was created specifically with your comfort in mind. Our patented Vistamaxx™ material will provide a snug and secure fit to your teeth, so not only will they be protected from grinding and clenching, you'll also sleep comfortable every night.
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