{"id":2668,"date":"2026-05-25T16:31:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T14:31:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/actualitat\/what-is-a-dental-splint-and-who-needs-one\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T13:55:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T11:55:23","slug":"what-is-a-dental-splint-and-who-needs-one","status":"publish","type":"actualitat","link":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/news\/what-is-a-dental-splint-and-who-needs-one\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a dental splint and who needs one?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A personalized solution to protect teeth and relieve jaw tension<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you wake up with jaw pain? Do you notice worn teeth? Have you ever been told that you clench your teeth while you sleep? These can be signs of bruxism, an involuntary habit that involves clenching or grinding the teeth, especially during the night.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In these cases, one of the most common solutions is a dental splint. However, it is worth clarifying from the start: it is not a simple mouthguard, but a personalized treatment that must be prescribed and adjusted by a professional. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a dental splint?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dental splint is a rigid, custom-made dental appliance placed over the teeth, usually during the night. Its main function is to prevent direct contact between the upper and lower teeth when we clench or grind them. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this way, it helps protect the teeth from wear, reduces jaw overload, and can relieve discomfort associated with bruxism, such as jaw pain, muscle tension, or headaches upon waking.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to understand that the splint does not eliminate bruxism on its own. What it does is control its consequences and prevent the problem from progressing. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who might need one?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dental splint may be indicated for patients presenting with:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tooth wear.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jaw pain or fatigue upon waking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bruxism.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frequent headaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tension in the neck, jaw, or ear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tooth sensitivity without an apparent cause.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discomfort when chewing or opening the mouth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prostheses, crowns, implants, or other treatments that should be protected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people are not aware that they clench their teeth until the dentist detects signs during a check-up. Therefore, if any symptoms occur, it is important to have a professional assessment. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not all splints are suitable<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dental splint must be custom-designed and adapted to each patient&#8217;s mouth. Standard splints or those bought online may seem like a quick fix, but if they are not properly adjusted, they can cause discomfort, alter the bite, or worsen the problem. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Summary<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dental splint is a very useful tool for protecting teeth and reducing the discomfort associated with bruxism. However, it must always be used under professional diagnosis and monitoring. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you notice jaw pain, tooth wear, or suspect that you grind your teeth at night, the best course of action is to request a check-up. Detecting it in time can prevent more serious problems and help you maintain a healthy, functional, and protected mouth. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":2900,"template":"","categoria":[67,73],"class_list":["post-2668","actualitat","type-actualitat","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","categoria-salut-bucodental","categoria-tractaments"],"meta_box":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/actualitat\/2668","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/actualitat"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/actualitat"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2900"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2668"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"categoria","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/clinicacervera.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categoria?post=2668"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}