Posted by ClearSkies on December 8, 2005, at 7:25:27
In reply to Re: Interesting development, posted by Gee on December 7, 2005, at 22:24:03
Right now I am using an NTI, a device that snaps on to the upper anterior teeth, and prevents the molars from coming into contact and engaging the jaw muscles. Every time I get my teeth cleaned my dentist checks the guard and makes any necessary adjustments. I wear through the plastic pretty alarmingly, with deep grooves developing twice a year or so.
This latest problem seems to be happening because I'm clenching my jaw all day long, so the muscles are sore and inflamed by the end of the day.
As a temporary measure I'm using an Aqualizer, a device that has two water-filled balloons that sit on the molars and cushion the contact. It's allowing my muscles to rest and I can talk with it in my mouth, though I sound a bit Kirk Douglas-ish.ClearSkies
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