Schmidt, 52, of Poway, California, said she was diagnosed with TMJ disorder in 2000 due to headaches, and an orthodontist immediately recommended her for a splint, braces, and surgery. After ...

If you see a dentist to help treat your TMJ, you may be fitted for an oral splint. An oral splint is a removable dental appliance that covers several or all of your upper or lower teeth.

Many times patients are grinding their teeth at night (bruxism) which compresses the TMJ and facilitates spasm and disc damage as the joint is ground together. A night splint can help remedy some ...

Aligning the Jaw and Relieving Pressure on the TMJ A misaligned jaw can put undue stress on the TMJ, leading to inflammation and pain. Custom splints or bite guards are designed to reposition the jaw ...