Oral Appliances
Tailored oral devices subtly reposition the jaw, alleviate muscle tension, and safeguard joints to ease TMJ discomfort non-surgically.
Over 70 Centres
Decades
Tens of Thousands
What are Oral Appliances?
Oral appliances, also known as bite splints or orthotics, are custom-fitted devices that fit over the teeth to help adjust jaw position, alleviate clenching, and stabilize the temporomandibular joints. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City, each appliance is meticulously crafted to match your unique bite and symptoms, promoting the relaxation of strained muscles, protecting teeth, and ensuring proper joint function—whether worn during the day or at night.
When To Seek This Treatment
Daily Jaw Pain or Fatigue
Clicking, Popping, or Locking
Tension or migraine-style headaches linked to nighttime clenching.
Flattened, chipped, or sensitive teeth from bruxism (grinding).
Goals Of Treatment
Stabilize the Jaw
Reduce strain on the temporomandibular joints by guiding the bite into a healthier position.
Protect Teeth
Prevent wear, chipping, and sensitivity caused by clenching and grinding.
Relieve Muscle Tension
Calm overactive jaw muscles to reduce pain, headaches, and fatigue.
Support Comprehensive Care
Work alongside other therapies such as laser treatment or myofunctional therapy for lasting results.
Why Choose Us?
Why Traditional Methods Fail
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Symptom MaskingMedications reduce pain temporarily but don’t correct bite stress or joint loading
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Generic GuardsOver-the-counter trays protect teeth but rarely improve jaw position or muscle balance
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Inconsistent ReliefShort-term fixes don’t stabilize the TMJ, so clicking, headaches, and pain return
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Untargeted CareWithout a custom plan, clenching forces and inflammation continue unchecked
Our Non Surgical Approach
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Precision FitDigitally planned and custom fabricated for comfort, durability, and predictable results
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Jaw StabilizationOptimizes joint loading and reduces strain on ligaments and muscles
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Clenching ControlRedistributes bite forces to protect teeth and calm overactive muscles
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Comprehensive CarePaired with laser therapy, trigger point work, and habit coaching for lasting relief
Realign, Protect, and Relieve TMJ Pain
There’s no need to endure persistent jaw pain or headaches. At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City, we provide tailored oral appliances that promote comfort and restore proper function without the need for surgery. Book your consultation today and begin your journey to relief.
Daytime vs. Nighttime Appliances
Certain patients find relief from bruxism and morning headaches with a nighttime appliance, while others may require a daytime orthotic to maintain proper joint alignment while talking and eating. We will help you select the alternative that aligns best with your symptoms and daily routine.
Day Appliances
OD Acrylic Day
- All Acrylic with ball clasps and braided lingual wire support.
- Indicated for chronic disc-displacement or skeletal and muscular asymmetry.
- Functions as a positioning stent to correct vertical dimensions, rotation, cant and protrusive changes.
- Lingual Anatomical ridge guides disclusion and protects contralateral joint in working movements.
OD - Expansion
- Indicated for chronic disc-displacement or skeletal and muscular asymmetry.
- Patients with narrow arches and/or anterior crowding.
- Patient who require minimal lingual interference.
- If lingual wire is activated, tooth movement may occur.
OD - (PMT) Thermoform
- Indicated for chronic disc-displacement or skeletal and muscular asymmetry.
- Patients with narrow arches.
- Inter-occlusal distances less than 1.5mm.
- Patients with allergies to metals or acrylics.
- Not recommended for patients with severe crowding or undercuts.
OD - Printed (Nylon)
- Indicated for chronic disc-displacement or skeletal and muscular asymmetry.
- Patients with narrow arches.
- Inter-occlusal distances less than 1.5mm.
- Patients with allergies to metals or acrylics.
- Long-term orthotic.
- No wear factor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oral Appliances
Oral Appliances are a specialized service offered at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City. We prioritize pinpointing the underlying causes of your symptoms and offer effective, non-surgical treatments aimed at enhancing your long-term well-being and comfort.
TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre
Global Expertise
As proud members of TMJ International, we are part of a global team dedicated to advancing collaborative care in TMJ disorders and sleep therapy. Together, we bring innovation, expertise, and compassionate treatment to help patients find lasting relief and a healthier quality of life.
If you’re struggling with jaw pain, headaches, or sleep issues, the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Kansas City is here to help. Our team specializes in non-surgical TMJ and sleep therapy solutions designed to restore comfort and improve your quality of life.