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Rockville, Bethesda TMJ Treatment using NTI Device :
The NTI is used to treat a myriad of problems, such as: TMD, Bruxism (teeth grinding), chronic tension headaches, and migraines. The NTI is a small acrylic appliance that is customized in our office in one visit. The NTI works by preventing your back teeth from touching, thereby preventing jaw clenching. With prolonged clenching and grinding this induces headaches, stiff necks and eventually your tooth structure is worn away, making the tooth weak and susceptible to cracks, leaks, and eventually breaks.
The NTI is a dental guard that can be worn at night or in the daytime. It protects your teeth from being worn down by clenching and grinding. It is also used for the prevention of migraines and neck pain that can sometimes come with these habits. It is a good alternative to a full night guard that can be difficult or uncomfortable for some people to wear. For more information as to its uses you can visit the following sites:
www.migraineandTMJdisorders.com
www.headachprevention.com
The NTI-tss protocol is approved for the Prevention of Medically Diagnosed Migraine Pain and Jaw Disorders through the reduction of trigeminally innervated muscular activity.
Full guards are often needed depending on the patients symptoms. For optimal skeletal health a lower guard is ideal. It allows for the sutures that are present on the roof of your mouth to flex. Another advantage to a lower guard is that you can wear it during the day and it is not seen. This is important when the patient tenses during the work day while concentrating.
More Effective
Full-coverage bite guards increase clenching
MORE COMFORTABLE, BETTER COMPLIANCE
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