Does this actually help to relieve the symptoms of TMJ? Or is it simply to protect teeth from nighttime bruxism?
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hi Vanysha, per Webmd.com, night guard is one of the traditional method to help with TMJ, TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders).You can read more here: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/temporomandibular-disorders-tmd?page=3One thing to keep in mind is that personal experiences might vary.
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I use these every night. I think it depends on which teeth you are missing. You would need back teeth to hold it in place. The front band fits along my gums mostly, but it might slip if you didn't have a couple of teeth in the front. You can flip it to fit on top or on the bottom, so you might be able to place it where you have more front teeth.
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We had a couple nights where he didn't sleep through because his teeth hurt, but once we handled that and got his pain under control he slept great. It's designed to help with the jerking awake not the other factors that may come into play.
649695
Yes, you put the mint between on your gum. It stays in place while you sleep. I sometimes use them during the day as well.
559404
I use it sometimes when my teeth are sensitive. It's amazing. When I'm using the expensive one, seems like nothing can cause me tooth pain, not even frozen drinks. That's just me, and I only use it sometimes, but it proved to me that the product truly works. It's not just a fluoride-free alternative - it's actually better.
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I used it for the top teeth and would suggest using it as a top teeth mouthguard. I think it is sufficient to have one, and you don't need both top and bottom.
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No. I would recommend a tech for comfort & fit. It's a good price for a temp solution if u can't get to your dentist. I will continue to use this because mine is a far drive. It works well enough til I can get an appt.
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Not at all. My gums were sore and scratched from the hard plastic guards. After you boil and cut the ends off to fit your mouth, the rounded edges on the ends are gone. There are blood stains are my pillow from the drooling because these guards did not fit correctly. The plackers guard has allowed my gums to heal. I wear the thin strip on my bottom teeth just because it feels more comfortable for me. It took me one night to get accustomed to the new, very-much-smaller mouth guard and it is never tight. I can lay on my stomach with my hand under my mouth or on my side with my hand under my chin and I can't even feel the plastic strip. It stays in place throughout the entire night. Hope this helps.
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If you value your teeth and brain cells I'd say yes! I had one of those simple ones for a few months and I can tell you: the comfort and ease of breathing is way better with this and the concussive impact when you get even a mild hit is reduced much better with a high quality mouthguard. also, with the ridge for the bottom teeth the jaw is protected a bit better.
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Both answers already posted answer the question effectively. I've been using this gum for about 7 years and find it very helpful when I need an afternoon lift that won't interfere with sleep that evening.
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This is a fixed position, top only bite guard. It is simply protecting your teeth from grinding/clenching & providing a layer of cushion.
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I have Sjogren's Syndrome which causes extreme dry mouth, dental caries, bad breath, etc., etc. I think it has helped decrease my symptoms of dry mouth and therefor the dental problems; however, I have no way of measuring that. I have had major dental problems as a result of Sjogren's (dry mouth) but I think the Biotene does help. I also use the Biotene gel at night for dry mouth symptoms.
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Yes it will help. Use it every night and you will feel relief. Just follow the instructions.
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It depends on how old the original guard is. As you age, your teeth do shift forward. I've had one night guard made through the dentist simply no longer fit once I stopped using it for a year and it no longer would fit comfortably and fall out at night. The only option was a new one. If these soft dental guards are flexible, perhaps not an issue, but I'm old school with the hard acrylic and known that one's bite does change over time...
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I would consult your dentist. I used this product to relieve the pain from the constant scratching on my cheeks. It worked as advertised. I was very pleased. My dentist recommended Gishy goo to me.
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I am happy to answer! I had to go to my husband for help in responding as I buy the XyliMelts for him. He has undergone radiation therapy and chemotherapy for throat cancer. As a result of the treatments he has no functioning salivary glands. Therefore, his mouth and throat are drier than the Sahara. Two XyliMelts keep his oral cavity moist throughout the night. I would think then that one tablet would keep your mouth and throat moist if you have no significant effects on saliva production as my husband does.
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I don't know. I have used it for years and like it. The packaging shows it was developed by doctors and recommended by dentists. Maybe the website has the answer, or has a "contact" email address or FAQ portion.