For those suffering from TMJ-related jaw pain, teeth grinding, or clenching, finding relief can be a priority. At Smile Boutique NY, we offer specially designed night guards and a unique muscle relaxer night guard to help alleviate TMJ symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Understanding TMJ and Its Symptoms
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) enables jaw movement and allows you to speak, chew, and yawn comfortably. TMJ pain, often triggered by clenching or grinding, can cause:
• Jaw soreness upon waking
• Ear or eye pain, mimicking ear infections
• Jaw strain or tightness
• Morning headaches
Our night guards and muscle relaxer night guard provide comfort and reduce the muscle strain that can lead to TMJ discomfort.
How Do Night Guards and Muscle Relaxer Night Guards Help?
Custom night guards protect your teeth from grinding and relieve jaw strain by gently repositioning the jaw. Our muscle relaxer night guard takes this a step further, targeting and relaxing the jaw muscles while you sleep, which can provide additional comfort and reduce morning soreness.
The muscle relaxer night guard offers many benefits:
• Alleviates Jaw Tension: By reducing pressure on the jaw muscles, it eases clenching and grinding.
• Reduces TMJ Symptoms: Many people experience improvement in symptoms like sore jaw upon waking or jaw ache in the morning with regular use.
Custom Night Guards for Enhanced Comfort and Fit
Smile Boutique NY’s night guards are customized for each patient, whether you need a soft mouth guard vs hard option, an anterior night guard for targeted relief, or a 3 mm guard for added durability. Our team ensures that each night guard fits comfortably and is crafted to alleviate jaw tension while protecting your teeth.
Choosing the Right Night Guard
1. Soft vs. Hard Night Guards: For light grinders, a soft night guard can offer comfort, while hard night guards provide a more durable option for heavy grinding.
2. Thermoplastic Night Guards: These night guards adapt to your bite for a customized fit, providing flexibility and comfort.
3. 3 mm Muscle Relaxer Guard: This special guard focuses on relieving jaw muscle tension, perfect for those needing extra TMJ support.
Tips for Using Essential Oils Safely for TMJ
When using essential oils for TMJ relief, it’s important to use them properly. Here’s how to apply them effectively:
• Dilute the Oils: Mix a few drops of your chosen essential oil with a carrier oil, like coconut or jojoba oil, to prevent irritation.
• Massage the Jaw Area: Gently massage the oil mix into the jawline, neck, and temples to alleviate muscle tension.
• Use Before Bed: Apply essential oils before bed to relax the muscles and improve the effectiveness of your night guard.
Additional Tips for Managing TMJ
Using the right night guard is a significant step in managing TMJ symptoms, but combining it with good habits can also help:
• Regular Cleaning: Clean your night guard with vinegar and baking soda to keep it fresh and bacteria-free.
• Fit and Adjustment: Ensure your night guard fits well; an ill-fitting guard can sometimes cause gum irritation.
• Consistency: Wearing your night guard nightly is key to relieving symptoms like jaw pain when waking up.
Why Choose Smile Boutique NY?
Our custom-crafted night guards and muscle relaxer night guards are made in the USA, using top-quality materials to provide effective, comfortable TMJ relief. Experience a better night’s sleep and relief from TMJ symptoms with Smile Boutique NY’s night guard solutions. Reach out today to learn more about our TMJ relief options!
