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Patient Instruction Night Guards/Occlusal Guards PURPOSE The purpose of splint therapy is to help your lower jaw function more properly. This appliance will help relax any of your jaw muscles which are in spasm and to reduce muscle pain by evenly distributing your bite forces, as well as removing any interference in your bite. There are many situations that may cause your lower jaw to malfunction including but not limited to the following:
RATIONALE You have received a hard clear bite splint/guard. This treatment has been used for many years to keep the teeth from contacting while you sleep and to allow the lower jaw to return to a comfortable hinge position without interference and guidance from your teeth. It is essential you wear your night guard every night and you may also wear it during the day if you find yourself clenching or grinding your teeth. CLEANING Take your splint out to eat. After brushing and flossing your teeth thoroughly, brush and rinse the inside and outside of the splint. Use a dental soak cleanser (Efferdent) or non alcohol containing mouth rinse weekly or monthly as needed for a clean fresh splint. If your pain increases after wearing the splint, please call the office for an appointment to adjust the bite and fit. Make sure to keep the splint away from your pets. These make the best chew toy and will be a fabulous treat for your pet.
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