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Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ syndrome, is an acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. The disorder and resultant dysfunction can result in significant pain and impairment.

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Quick question about over the counter mouth guards

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I recently purchased an over the Dentek Comfort fit mouth guard, and my question is will it help me from demolishing my teeth and preventing these ill headaches while I wait for my dentist to mold me one of those dental mouth guards?
sheltoesmom
sheltoesmom
I'm no dentist, but, I think it's worth a try.I know several people that use over the counter mouthguards. They have all experienced some relief. It's a cheap fix and probably would help in the interim.Good luck.
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deleted_user
I used to use the over the counter ones, I actualy found them more comfortable than the one the dentist gave me but in my case I found they made me grind more. Though I did definitley notice that the pain in my teeth had lessenesed so yes it will reduce the amount of damage you do to your teeth.

The NTI device is supposed to be good for headaches but I just got mine so I'm still waiting for it to take effect.
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deleted_user
When I used OTC mouth guards, I clenched and ground my teeth even more... I'd frequently wake up with the plastic shredded in my mouth or all over the pillow.
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My personal opinion is go and see a Neuromuscular dentist.
I went to a so called specialist 3 months ago who fitted me with a bottom plate and it only took away 50% of my pain.
I have since found a Neuromuscular Dentist who has been wonderful and spent hours and hours with me explaining my whole TMJ situation. Everyone is different with it and my bite and jaw was out so now I have another plate made specially for me and it is taking away all the pain.
It costs alot but its money well worth spending and you can't put a price on your health. They will assess your jaw/bite etc and make you a proper one. Sometimes the other the counter ones can make matters worse too.
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deleted_user
Well, i have an over counter one. it helps a little, takes some of the pressure off. it makes me spit to much.. i just seen the sleep right one. in a book at the drs. office. they say it is sold at cvs stores..i am going to try that one out.. sleepright.com i believe...
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