It's a very common condition that affects approximately 30 million to 40 million children and adults in the U.S.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, you maybe experiencing bruxium:
*Rhythmic contractions of the jaw muscles
*A grinding sound at night jaw muscles that area tight or painful
* Long-lasting pain in the face Swelling (occasionally) on the side of your lower jaw caused by clenching.
Splints provide diagnostic information, allow muscles in spasm to relax, protect the teeth and jaws from the adverse effects of bruxism, and normalize periodontal ligament proprioception. These devices can also allow repositioning of the condyles and jaws into centric relation (CR).