Ticket #3114 (new defect)
Opened 9 years ago
Self-care treatments can often be effective as well
Reported by: | kdjgfncnju | Owned by: | eskil |
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Priority: | major | Milestone: | |
Component: | Unknown/Unsure | Version: | 0.9.827 |
Severity: | Should Have | Keywords: | |
Cc: | Fixed in Version: |
Description
include:Resting your jaw??Keeping your teeth apart when you are not swallowing or eating??Eating soft foods??Applying ice and heat??Exercising your jaw??Practicing good postureStress management techniques such as biofeedback or physical therapy may also be recommended, as well as a temporary, clear plastic appliance known as a splint. A splint (or night guard) fits over your top or bottom teeth and helps keep your teeth apart, thereby relaxing the muscles and reducing pain. There are different types of appliances used for different purposes. A night guard helps you stop ProGain 350 clenching or grinding your teeth and reduces muscle tension at night and helps to protect the cartilage and joint surfaces. An anterior positioning appliance moves your jaw forward, relives pressure on parts of your jaw and aids in disk repositioning. It may be worn 24 hours/day to help your jaw heal. An orthotic stabilization appliance is worn 24 hours/day or just at night to move your jaw into proper position. Appliances also help to protect from tooth wear. http://www.strongmenmuscle.com/progain-350/