Can Occlusal Splint Move Teeth?
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Do dental splints move teeth?
Fit & Adjustment
If the splint is not worn at least fortnightly, the teeth may move permanently and the splint will not fit.
What does a splint do for your teeth?
Dental splints can help ease muscle tension and stabilize the jaw. They do this by preventing grinding and clenching of the jaw (bruxism) that might be causing muscle tension and pain. Splints are worn mostly at night, because people tend to clench or grind their teeth during sleep.
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