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Mamori Occlusal Splint

Bruxism is a habitual grinding or clenching of the teeth. The behaviour is usually unconscious, occurs most often during sleep, and is a reaction to periods of stress in the patient's life.

Sufferers of bruxism often unknowingly grind their teeth. Pencils, their fingernails, and the insides of their cheeks may be bitten. This habitual tooth grinding or clenching can lead to facial pain and tooth abrasion. Bruxism is common—as many as one in three people is a bruxer. The condition affects both adults and children. However, it often goes unrecognized until tooth damage is noticed by a dentist.

Bruxism causes the teeth to wear and become flat at the tips. The teeth can become so severely worn that the dentin is exposed and sensitive. Bruxism can lead to temporomandibular joint pain and, as a result, the jaw might begin popping and clicking. Some bruxers have tongue indentations—another sign of bruxism.

Diagnosis: To diagnose bruxism, the dentist looks for signs of damage, such as chipped enamel, usual tooth wear and tear, radiographic bone changes, and sensitivity. Asking relevant questions can also help dentists make the diagnosis. The questions can include asking patients if their teeth or jaws hurt upon awakening in the morning and if they suffer from worry or stress. The dental exam helps to determine whether the grinding is caused by misaligned teeth or psychological forces.

Treatment: Often, treatment is aimed at getting bruxers to change their behavior. This might involve relaxation training and other stress management techniques. If relaxation doesn't suffice, dentists might recommend a plastic mouth appliance to relax the facial muscles and protect the teeth from the grinding and clenching. Another method of treatment is biofeedback. New treatments for bruxism, especially for nocturnal bruxers, are being studied. In some cases, psychological assessment or psychotherapy might be recommended.

Solution: An occlusal splint or orthotic device is a specially designed mouthguard for people who grind their teeth, have a history of pain and dysfunction associated with their bite or temporomandibular joints (TMJ), or have completed a full mouth reconstruction. The Mamori Occlusal Splint may look like a regular mouthguard but with smart technology and protective materials, we can guarantee that it won’t strain the jaw when clenched, making sleeping more comfortable for the user. It's more comfortable than that old retainer your used to wearing and with this product’s great benefits, you’ll never have to worry about your jaw hurting throughout the night. Through its Bluetooth connectivity, the Mamori app creates a link between the Mamori Occlusal Splint and your smart device. The sensors track and record data. Analysis of this data and your app diary provides you with recommendations in collaboration with your dentist for lifestyle changes that should be implemented to reduce your Bruxism. The diary records your diet, symptoms, stress and anxiety levels, as stress, anxiety and certain types of food and drink are also known to trigger severe Bruxism episodes. The benefits of the Mamori are numerous and substantial. Jaw pain and headaches are eliminated due to the Mamori’s ability to align the jaw and prevent the contact of the upper and lower teeth. It also helps to avoid costly tooth damage and help in the relaxation of muscles. This leads to improved sleep patterns and consequently reduces stress and anxiety. The Mamori’s ability to record data enables swift intervention and lifestyle changes. www.mamori.com

Endorsement: We have partnered with the Australian Dental Association, Australian Sleep Health Foundation and the Bruxism Association (UK).