Services
Splint therapy
Splint therapy is becoming increasingly important. Many people grind their teeth at night, others clench them. In both cases the main trigger is usually stress. Protect your teeth with a night guard, the cost of which is fully covered by statutory and private health insurance.
In briefAn occlusal splint (night guard) is an individually made plastic splint worn at night. It protects the teeth from wear caused by grinding and clenching, relieves the jaw joints and chewing muscles and is covered by health insurance.
- Appointments
- 2 (impression or scan, fitting)
- Wearing time
- at night, during stressful periods also by day if needed
- Lasts
- several years, check every 6–12 months
- Cost
- standard splint covered by insurance; adjusted splints partly private
- Helps with
- teeth grinding, clenching, jaw joint problems, tension
Signs of grinding and clenching
- Worn, flattened chewing surfaces or fine enamel cracks
- Sensitive teeth, loosened fillings
- Tense chewing muscles, jaw or facial pain in the morning
- Headaches, neck tension, clicking jaw joints
How the splint helps
The individually made plastic splint is worn at night. It sits protectively between the rows of teeth, distributes the forces evenly and relieves teeth, jaw joints and muscles. The enamel is no longer worn away, tension eases.
After an impression of your teeth, the splint is made in the laboratory and fitted at the next appointment. Regular check-ups make sure it continues to fit.
Frequently asked questions
Is the splint uncomfortable?
After a few nights of getting used to it, most people hardly notice the splint any more.
How long does a night guard last?
Several years, depending on wear. With heavy grinding we check the splint regularly and replace it when necessary.
Does insurance really pay?
Yes, the occlusal splint is covered by statutory and private health insurance.