Occlusal
splint
Tailor-made treatments. Rejuvenate your smile
Characteristics of the splint
unloading splint
An unloading splint serves to prevent the upper and lower teeth from coming into contact with each other, thus preventing the negative consequences of bruxism.
Personalised
All unloading splints are made on the basis of a previous study of the patient’s teeth and their movement.
Improving health
Due to its effectiveness, jaw or headaches disappear as soon as you start using it regularly.
Prevention
It avoids tooth wear, as well as the possible fissures that rubbing can cause, even breaking the tooth.
Occlusal splint
An occlusal splint is a type of dental splint, i.e. an appliance made of transparent acrylic resin that is custom-made for each patient’s jaw, and which is placed over the teeth of the upper or lower arch of the mouth. The purpose of unloading splints is to dissipate the loads caused by involuntary biting and to unload all the tension accumulated in the jaw when sleeping. In doing so, it prevents wear and tear on the teeth, as well as on the temporomandibular joint and all its musculature.
This type of splint serves as a treatment for bruxism, a problem that occurs when a person clenches or grinds their teeth with force involuntarily, wearing down dental structures as they do so. Related to bruxism, it is also a treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which present discomfort or pain when chewing, as well as clicking sounds in the jaw joint when opening or closing the mouth.
Benefits of the occlusal splint
- It prevents wear and tear caused by clenching or rubbing teeth against each other, which can cause pain in the jaw, head or even neck.
- Helps to correct bad habits in jaw resting posture.
- Helps correct temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, which affect the joints and muscles of mastication that connect the jaw to the skull.
- Allows muscle relaxation and correct positioning of the jaw joint.
- It serves to deprogram the muscles so that they are disinhabited to maintain the positions that cause tension and cause the action of clenching and grinding of the teeth.
EXPERTS IN SMILES
Occlusal splint
One of the best techniques to avoid bruxism and therefore prevent problems derived from it.
The importance of your smile
At Clínica Torres we have more than 30 years of experience in dentistry. We are constantly evolving and have developed new techniques for the treatment of bruxism, TMJ and malocclusion.
We carry out an exhaustive study of the causes of bruxism in our patients, in order to apply the appropriate treatment depending on the causes and their consequences. We carry out a personalised follow-up to adapt each treatment to the evolution of the pathology.
At Clínica Torres we are characterised by our personalised treatment for each of our patients, always taking into account their needs and therefore each of our treatments are adapted to each person who comes to our clinic in search of the perfect smile.
The best professionals
in Odontology
5 reasons to choose us
Our daily work is based on 5 basic values, the most important of which are: our professionals and experience.
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Specialised professionals
The medical team at Clínica Torres is made up of highly qualified professionals covering all dental specialties, with solid training and a high level of specialization—essential to deliver modern, safe treatments based on scientific evidence.
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Experience
With more than 30 years of experience, Clínica Torres has been growing, evolving and incorporating the latest technologies and advances in the dental world.
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Latest technology
At Clínica Torres we have the latest technological advances that allow us to make a reliable diagnosis and effective treatments.
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Emergency services
We offer an emergency service to deal with unexpected situations, ensuring a fast and professional response when it is most needed.
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Availability
We offer extended opening hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., designed to make access to dental care easier without disrupting our patients’ daily routines.
