Our team will custom-make any oral appliance we provide for our patients. To begin, we will take detailed digital images of your smile from multiple angles with advanced imaging systems. We then combine these to create a 3D model of your smile. We use the impressions to allow us to custom-make and fabricate your custom appliance, which will fit comfortably and offer treatment with precision, protecting your smile from further complications and worsening oral health.
TMJ disorder occurs when the jaw joints are strained, and can lead to issues like trouble opening and closing your mouth. Bruxism means you grind and clench your teeth at night, which wears down and damages your smile. Both could lead to toothaches, tooth sensitivity, jaw and facial pain, headaches and migraines, and more. But with an oral appliance, we can shift your jaw to ease strain on your smile, so you avoid TMJ-related symptoms. In addition, we can use this to ease the factors behind bruxism and to prevent further damage to the teeth by placing a barrier between your upper and lower teeth.
If you have sleep apnea, then that means you stop breathing at night as then collapse of soft tissues cuts off airflow. This can interrupt your REM sleep multiple times a night, and leave you exhausted and suffering from symptoms like trouble staying awake, irritability, issues with concentration and memory, and more. But with an oral appliance, we can shift your jaw and tongue forward to keep your airways open and free of obstruction, so you can rest without complication and feel more alert the next day!
When you play full contact sports, you could chip or crack a tooth, or even knock one loose or out completely. But with a mouthguard, our team can provide a layer of protection to prevent injuries, and provide a greater level of protection than is possible with store bought boil-and-bite options. If you have any questions about our custom-made mouthguards, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you enjoy better oral health and comfort!
With a mouthguard customized for your smile, we can address an array of serious oral health issues. To schedule a visit and obtain a custom oral appliance, give us a call at Modern Smiles in North Hollywood, CA at (818)763-9353.
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