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SleepRight® Dental Guard
The SleepRight Adjustable Night Guard was designed by
a specialist in dentistry and has been used by thousands
of doctors worldwide. The SleepRight Night Guard’s
state-of-the-art technology is designed specifically to
protect teeth from clenching and grinding. Studies have
reported that chronic jaw clenching and grinding have
been associated with head, neck, and back tension.
• No boiling required
• Protects teeth and dental work from damage caused by clenching and grinding
• Easy to fit in seconds using the provided care and fitting instructions
• Economically priced compared to night guards from health care professionals
• Can also be worn for performance enhancement during non-contact sporting activities where the natural tendency to clench and grind the teeth may occur, such as: golf, weightlifting, tennis, cycling, bowling, archery, skeet shooting, etc.
• Does not contain latex or silicone and is hypoallergenic.
How does the SleepRight night guard work?
Clenching and grinding teeth has been classified as a neuromuscular disorder. Overactive
muscles can cause chipping, fractures, excessive wear and loosening of the teeth. Some studies
report that stress to the head and neck system, causing muscle tension and pain in the jaw joints,
may be related to chronic jaw clenching and grinding. The SleepRight’s articulating bitepads, made
of a hybrid resilient material, slip comfortably between your teeth and are designed to re-establish your natural freeway space.
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While the SleepRight protects teeth from clenching and grinding, we emphasize and strongly
encourage our customers to concentrate on, “lips together, teeth apart” to initiate the muscle
relaxation learning process. Muscles at ease, will allow the teeth to rest on the bitepads. Do not
bite down, although the natural urge to do so will test your mental approach to this learning
process.
How does the SleepRight night guard stay in place?
The SleepRight night guard utilizes natural tissue
retention between your lips, cheek, and tongue
to be held in place. There are no clasps that attach to the teeth and you do not use the teeth
to hold the appliance in place. While the bitepads
are made of a tough and resilient material, the
heat sensitive memory strap is smooth, soft, and
flexible. This enhances the adaptation to each
individual’s anatomy.
Can I wear the SleepRight during the day?
Yes! In fact, we encourage our customers to wear it when they are not sleeping, especially during the initial adjustment period.You are at your best to change a bad habit while awake and
in the conscious state of mind. Clenching and grinding teeth can occur at any time, especially
during stressful situations at school, in sports, on the job or on the go, such as lengthy computer
work, driving a car or routine chores around the house.
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What if I have a small mouth?
For those with a small mouth or sensitive gums, Splintek has designed a Low-Profile SleepRight.
Except for the smaller, streamlined version of the wings on the sides, it is identical to the Standard SleepRight. It can also be worn during the day.
Can the SleepRight night guard help reduce snoring?
The SleepRight night guard was not designed to reduce snoring.
Do I need to boil the SleepRight night guard?
No, there is no boiling involved in fitting the SleepRight. The SleepRight night guard is different
from all other night guards because it utilizes adjustable technology. Simply slide the bitepads
forward or backwards to get the appropriate fit.
How do I clean the SleepRight night guard?
You can clean the SleepRight night guard with a toothbrush and toothpaste or with mouthwash.
The SleepRight comes in a convenient storage case.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. How long can I wear my night guard?
A. It is recommended that you wear your night guard no longer than 12 hours in any 24 hour period.
Q. What makes the SleepRight night guard and Low Profile SleepRight night guard so durable?
A. The SleepRight night guard and Low Profile SleepRight have bitepads that float between the back teeth. These
bitepads are made of a hard plastic and over molded with a durable space age material called Kraton.
Q. Will the SleepRight night guard fall out of my mouth?
A. The SleepRight is held in place by a heat sensitive thermal strap that runs under your lower teeth, over your
lower gums. This strap will form to fit around your mouth and hold the SleepRight night guard in place.
Q. Can I wear the SleepRight night guard during the day?
A.Yes, many people find it helpful to wear the SleepRight during the day. It is most beneficial to wear it during
stressful times when you notice you clench or grind your teeth. This could be while you are driving your car, working on the computer, cooking dinner or any other time when you notice increased stress and tension.
Q. If I purchase the SleepRight night guard or the Low-Profile SleepRight night guard and they don’t work for me
what do I do?
A. There is a 30-day money back guarantee on the SleepRight night guards. If you are unsatisfied with them for any
reason return them to us within 30-days from the original purchase date, and we will refund you the price of the
guard(s).
Mail the product to:
Splintek
3325 Wyoming Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
Be sure to include a copy of your invoice and your contact information.You will be refunded within 2-3 weeks.
Q. What if I clench or grind through my SleepRight night guard?
A. If you clench or grind through your SleepRight night guard within 90-days of the original purchase date, simply
mail it to:
Splintek
3325 Wyoming Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
Be sure to include a copy of your invoice and your contact information.You should receive your replacement within
2-3 weeks. Limit of no more than 2 exchanges per purchase is allowed by Splintek.
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Q. What if I purchase the SleepRight night guard and decide I want the Low-Profile SleepRight or vice versa?
A. These situations are covered under the 90-day replacement warranty. Simply send your night guard back to
Splintek within 90-days of the original purchase date. Be sure to include your contact information and we will
replace your night guard with the other model.You will have your new night guard within 2-3 weeks. Be sure to
specify which model you want your night guard replaced with. Limit of no more than 2 exchanges per purchase is
allowed by Splintek.
If any part of your health care program causes you discomfort or concern, consult your dental or health care professional.
Detailed Questions and Answers
# 1. HOW DOES THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHT GUARD WORK?
The SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) provides a cushion of space between your teeth that will protect them from
the destructive forces generated by overactive chewing muscles. This aggressive muscle activity, called clenching and
grinding (C & G), which in medical and dental terms is called a neuromuscular disorder, can cause excessive tooth
wear, chipping, fractures, loosening of the teeth or even jaw problems. Spacing your teeth apart also decompresses
the jaw joints. This decompression is an unloading of the joints, much like wooden crutches allow you to take the
weight off an injured knee or hip. This is called jaw splinting so the SRNG is much like a splint. Splints are appliances
routinely used in the dental office as the first line of defense against chronic C & G. The adjustable and articulating
bitepads that slip comfortably between your teeth are designed to re-establish your “natural’ freeway space, which
will protect your teeth from C & G day or night. We have thousands of customers who have stopped this neuromuscular disorder while wearing our SRNG.Your goal should be to eliminate the need for a nightguard as soon as
possible. It takes a little work, using your brainpower, but focusing on “lips together and teeth apart”, while in your
conscious state of mind, is absolutely necessary to initiate the muscle relaxation process. It is a learning process.
Then and only then will you succeed in changing or controlling the C & G neuromuscular disorder. So you see, the
SRNG, which is economically priced, is like a training device that will provide you with the protection you need to
keep your teeth healthy and cosmetically desirable, while you concentrate your efforts on breaking the bad habit of
C & G. Muscles at ease will allow the teeth to “rest” on the bitepads. So don’t bite down, although the natural urge
to do so will test your concentration on the learning process of “lips together and teeth apart”. Finding evidence of
C & G on the bitepads, means your efforts to concentrate on “lips together and teeth apart” must be raised to a
higher level.
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# 2. HOW DOES THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHT GUARD STAY IN MY MOUTH? WILL IT FALL OUT AT NIGHT?
The SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) uses natural tissue retention between your lips, cheeks and tongue to be
held in place. There are no clasps that attach or fasten to the teeth to hold the appliance in place. The heat sensitive memory strap is soft, smooth and flexible. The front section of the strap lies comfortably between your lower
lip and gum. Softening this section in warm water will enhance its adaptation to your personal anatomy. Please
remember, this is not a custom made device. An analogy would be the foot problems some people have that make
it impossible for them to wear OTC shoes. Special orthopedic shoes must be constructed for them. The same is
true for the hard and soft tissues of your mouth. We have made every effort in the design and manufacturing of the
SRNG to produce a one size fits all product requiring no boiling, messy powder-liquid mixes or time off from work.
It is the only user-friendly product available on the market with state of the art adjustable technology for immediate delivery to your front door. Many of our customers have no problem keeping it in, even from the first night,
especially if after reading and following the simple instructions they wear it at least a ½ -1 hr. “before” going to
sleep. However, it is common knowledge in orthodontic practices that many orthodontic patients find their removable intra-oral appliances on the bed when they awaken, especially during the first few nights. Everyone’s learning
curve is different because everyone is different physiologically. If is does come out at night, it usually means you are
not clenching or grinding (C & G) on the bitepads, hence you are well on your way to stopping the C & G at night.
That’s a good thing! Those who fail to follow our simple but very effective philosophy, never learn to control the C
& G, so the appliance is held firmly in place throughout the night. The SRNG protects their teeth and joints all right
but they never get control of the real problem.
# 3. HOW DO I KNOW IF THE STANDARD OR LOW-PROFILE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHT GUARD IS BEST FOR
ME?
The first thing you need to determine is whether you are going to wear the SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) during
the day or at night. The Low-Profile SR is recommended for daytime and adults with a small mouth. The standard
SRNG was designed from studying hundreds of models of patients in the dental office, therefore its design will fit
most individuals and it is recommended for sleep. The standard SRNG has larger, high profile wings on the sides to
increase tissue retention during sleep. The SRNG state of the art adjustable technology is the only product available
on the market that offers the end user multiple adjustments without cutting, boiling or messy mixes to customize
the appliance to their personal anatomy. If after trying the standard SRNG for sleep, you want to try the Low-Profile SR, we will glady exchange one for the other for you. All you have to do is send the original purchase to us for
an even exchange.
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# 4. HOW DOES THE SLEEPRIGHT DIFFER FROM THE DENTISTS GUARD?
First, there are many different designs for dental guards available from the dental professional. Our SleepRight Night
Guard (SRNG) is considered a posterior type splint/ appliance, similar to many other posterior splints made in the
dental office, without the much higher cost, of course. We find this type of model is much more user friendly…you
know….less bulky, easier to breathe and talk with and you can ever drink without removing it. The SRNG was
developed and designed by a specialist in dentistry after carefully studying hundreds of patients and the models of
their teeth and gums in the dental office. The standard SRNG will fit most individuals but a Low-profile model was
developed for daytime use and adults with a small mouth. Both have been modified and improved over time to
include state of the art adjustable technology, found in no other product like it, at a reasonable cost for immediate
delivery to the consumer. It comes with care and fitting instructions that includes colorful pictures to make it very
easy to follow. Once the instructions are read, it should take only a minute or two to fit the appliance. Additionally,
you can have dental treatment or be in orthodontic treatment without having to buy a new appliance. Secondly, the
(SRNG) uses natural tissue retention between your lips, cheeks and tongue to be held in place. There are no clasps
that attach or fasten to the teeth to hold the appliance in place.You don’t need to bite down on it to hold it in
place either. The SRNG is triple injection molded, to accommodate soft and hard tissues of the mouth. The bitepads,
which slip comfortably between your teeth, are made of a hybrid plastic, which makes it very resilient and durable
without being like hard acrylic or soft mouth guard material. The SRNG state of the art adjustable technology is the
only product available on the market that offers the end user multiple adjustments without cutting, boiling or messy
mixes to customize the appliance to their personal anatomy and it can be delivered directly to your front door.
Finally, night guards, in general, are made for the same reason; to protect your teeth and jaw joints. Really, any night
guard will do, if that’s all you want from a guard. However, one of the most important differences is the philosophy
that we subscribe to and include with each SRNG we send out. It’s a clinically proven way to help you learn “how”
to control and even stop your clenching and grinding. For a reasonable fee, you can change a bad habit into a good
one and avoid the stressful wear and tear on your teeth, which is cosmetically undesirable. These are decisions that
may benefit you for the rest of your life.
# 5. MY YOUNG CHILD GRINDS HIS/HER TEETH VERY BADLY. WILL THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHTGUARD WORK
FOR THEM?
If your child is 12 years or older, then the response to your question is yes. However, we do not recommend this
product for children under 12 years of age. The reason is simple. Our SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) comes with
the understanding that you or your child, while wearing the appliance, will make the commitment to eliminate or
control the clenching and grinding habit. In medical and dental terms, this is called a neuromuscular disorder. We
don’t want anyone to be dependent on a night guard forever.You see...we have developed a philosophy, which has
been clinically tried and tested that will help the astute user learn how to change a bad habit. It’s a learning process
we call the cycle of competence. Awareness, accountability and behavior modification are the three simple but very
important phases to the learning process. This philosophy is included with each SRNG purchase and our technical
staff is always here to assist you in your quest to eliminate this neuromuscular disorder. Our experience over the
years has dictated the age limit for use of this product.Yes, we have had a number of children under 12 years of age
that have done quite well, even as young as 6 years old, however, they have been the exception and note the rule.
You may want to seek the advice of your dentist for your child’s grinding problem if they are under the age of 12
years.
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# 6. CAN I WEAR THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHT GUARD AT NIGHT AND DURING THE DAY?
The response to your question is yes, however, you must adhere to the recommendations printed on the package
and with the instructions…”not recommended to be worn for more than 12 hours continuously in any 24 hour
period”.You cannot eat while wearing the SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) so it is unlikely you would be able to
wear it all day long. Statistics show most people, on average, sleep approximately 6 – 8 hours each night so they
would easily fall under the 12 hour limit. Each time you remove and replace your SRNG, you go through a small
adjustment period. We believe this is a very important step in the first phase of the learning process necessary to
eliminate the clenching and grinding habit…“awareness”, which is part of our philosophy. We don’t want anyone
to be dependent on a night guard forever.You see...we have developed a philosophy, which has been clinically tried
and tested that will help the astute user learn how to change a bad habit. It’s a learning process we call the cycle of
competence. Awareness, accountability and behavior modification are the three simple but very important phases
to the learning process. This philosophy is included with each SRNG purchase and our technical staff is always here
to assist you in your quest to eliminate the clenching and grinding habit. In medical and dental terms, this is called a
neuromuscular disorder.
# 7. HOW LONG DOES THE SLEEPRIGHT LAST?
That’s a very good question but one that is very difficult to answer. First let me lay a little foundation for our
response to your question. Enamel, which is the outer coating on your teeth, and diamonds are two of the hardest known substances that occur natural in nature. If you have a problem clenching and grinding your teeth, which
is called a neuromuscular disorder in medical and dental terms, then you will likely see excessive wearing of the
tooth enamel, chipping, fractures and maybe even loosening of the teeth. Experience in dentistry has shown us that
there is absolutely nothing we can manufacture that cannot be destroyed in the mouth. Individuals who are chronic
bruxers (clenchers and grinders) have worn down everything from the composite and amalgam filling material being
used today to complete coverage caps such as gold or porcelain crowns. In general, nightguards are made of hard
acrylic plastic or very soft mouth guard materials. Our SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) is triple injection molded,
to accommodate soft and hard tissues of the mouth. The bitepads, which slip comfortably between your teeth, are
made of a hybrid plastic, which makes it very resilient and durable without being like hard acrylic or soft mouth
guard material. The resiliency is the key, because it resists the excessive muscle activity by pushing the teeth apart.
This will fatigue the muscles quickly and it is quite normal to have muscle soreness. This is called a neuromuscular event which triggers a cerebral response, which is your brain telling you that muscles are sore therefore stop
the activity. In a perfect world, all it would take is one time for a person to quickly learn that they must keep their
“lips together and teeth apart” to initiate the muscle relaxation process. If the teeth don’t touch the muscles are
not active, hence you have control over the muscle activity. Don’t be fooled, the teeth have little to do with this
neuromuscular disorder….it’s the “muscles”, they are at the root of the problem. Well then, the next question is,
how long will it take for a person to learn how to control the muscles. This learning process we call the cycle of
competence has three simple but very effective phases, awareness, accountability and behavior modification. This
philosophy is included with each SRNG purchase and our technical staff is always here to assist you in your quest to
eliminate this neuromuscular disorder. So it really depends on how quick you learn to keep your “lips together and
teeth apart” consistently. We know everyone’s learning curve is different because everyone is different physiologically. For those who learn quickly, the SRNG can last indefinitely. For those who take longer, it’s a battle between
the manmade materials and the 250 lbs per square inch bite forces that can potentially destroy those materials.Your
commitment to our philosophy will certainly extend the life of our manmade materials. Just think how long you can
extend the life and health of all your teeth as well as your jaw joints if you can control the muscle activity. We are
not dodging your question; we just cannot give you a clear and precise answer. It’s like trying to answer, how long
will this pair of shoes last or how long will my tires last on my car. It is very different for everyone. One great thing
about our product is the 90-day warranty.
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# 8. HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN YOU CAN STOP USING THE NIGHT GUARD AND SLEEP NORMALLY?
WHAT IS THE AVERAGE TIME SOMEONE USES THE NIGHT GUARD?
These are very good questions. First, if you have eliminated the symptoms of your nocturnal clenching and grinding
(C&G) that were there before you started using our SleepRight Night Guard, (SRNG) then you have been successful in learning the cycle of competence, i.e., converting a bad habit into a good one through behavior modification. It
means you can stop using the SRNG because you have started using your brainpower to control or eliminate this
unwanted neuromuscular disorder.Your focus on “lips together and teeth apart” (LTTA) have been intense enough
to eliminate the nocturnal symptoms from C & G so your sleep habits are dramatically improved and you can now
sleep normally. If you awaken with sore teeth and/or muscles, sore jaw joints or even headaches, then you must
raise your concentration on LTTA, in your conscious state of mind, to a much higher level. This is not something
you can do while sleeping, when in the subconscious state of mind.Yes the SRNG will protect your teeth and joints
while sleeping, but until you have controlled your overactive muscle activity, through behavior modification, you will
be inclined to continue wearing the nightguard. We want you to eliminate the need for a nightguard as soon as possible. One little fact that we hear often from customers is that initially they kept the nightguard in all night but now
they find it on the bed when they awaken. This usually means there is little C & G during their sleep cycle and if
they are not biting down on the bitepads the muscles must be relaxed therefore the teeth are apart, so the nightguard may come out at night. We consider this the first signs that you are well on your way to eliminate nocturnal
over active muscle activity.
That brings us to the second question. The average time is different for everyone because everyone is different
physiologically. It depends on your learning curve and how fast you have made the transition from C & G to “LTTA”.
We have testimonials from hundreds of customers who were successful in controlling the nocturnal C & G in just
a few weeks while others went through a few nightguards before their learning process was complete and effective. The more you use the SRNG “ before” going to bed the more time you will have to use your brainpower to
concentrate on LTTA. If I were going to make an educated guess to predict the average time someone uses the
nightguard, I would have to say approximately 4 to 12 weeks.
# 9. WHY CAN’T I WEAR THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHTGUARD FOR MORE THAN 12 HRS IN A 24 HR PERIOD?
You cannot eat while wearing the SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) so it is unlikely you would be able to wear it all
day long. Statistics show most people, on average, sleep approximately 6 – 8 hours each night so they would easily fall under the 12-hour limit. Please remember, this is not a custom made device. The SRNG uses natural tissue
retention between your lips, cheeks and tongue to be held in place. There are no clasps that attach or fasten to the
teeth to hold the appliance in place. We don’t want you to become so used to it that you forget your primary goal
to concentrate on “lips together and teeth apart”. We also want you to have a rest break from having anything in
your mouth. Each time you remove and replace your SRNG, you go through a small adjustment period, as it is reintroduced into your mouth. Each new experience adjusting to your appliance is a very important step in the first
phase of the learning process necessary to eliminate the clenching and grinding habit…“awareness”, which is part
of our philosophy. This break in the wearing cycle gives you an opportunity to evaluate your progress in the learning
process to keep your “lips together and teeth apart”. We don’t want anyone to be dependent on a nightguard forever.You see...we have developed a philosophy, which has been clinically tried and tested that will help the astute user
learn how to change a bad habit. It’s a learning process we call the cycle of competence. Awareness, accountability
and behavior modification are the three simple but very important phases to this learning process. This philosophy
is included with each SRNG purchase and our technical staff is always here to assist you in your quest to eliminate
the clenching and grinding habit. In medical and dental terms, this is called a neuromuscular disorder.
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# 10. MY JAW FEELS LIKE IT IS TRYING TO REALIGN ITSELF FOR A WHILE AFTER I TAKE THE SLEEPRIGHT
NIGHT GUARD OUT. IS THIS NORMAL?
The direct response to your question is yes, it is normal. Let me explain. Generally, habitual clenching and grinding (C & G) from excessive muscle activity, referred to in medical and dental terms as a neuromuscular disorder,
not only causes damage to the teeth, but also compresses the jaw joints. This joint compression, over time, may
cause the jaw to shift to a more posterior position as the inclines of the outer surfaces of the lower front teeth
rub against the inner inclines of the upper front teeth forcing the jaw backward. If the muscle activity is aggressive
enough, you can wear down your back teeth further compressing the joint capsule. This is such a common problem
that nearly 70 – 75% of our population is effected by this neuromuscular disorder. It can cause deterioration of the
components and joint spaces in the jaw joint capsule. When you are wearing the SleepRight NightGuard (SRNG),
the joints are decompressed and if you have modified your behavior to control the muscle activity, the lower jaw
will relax to a more physiologically healthy position with a small shift forward. This is the realignment you are
referring to.You wouldn’t need an intraoral appliance if everything were ideal. When this happens, your front teeth
may be the only teeth that touch as you attempt to slowly close down. This reflects a small soft tissue change that
rebounds or returns the lower to it’s former position as you talk and eat. If you have not successfully developed a
good habit of “lips together and teeth apart” (LTTA), your habitual C & G will again take over. As you wean yourself
off the nightguard, your self-taught protective mechanism is “ LTTA”, a habit that is now in your subconscious that
no longer needs your conscious supervision or attendance.Your teeth and jaw joints are much healthier and your
teeth do not suffer cosmetic damage from the constant C & G.
# 11. I HAVE BEEN WEARING THE SLEEPRIGHT FOR ONE WEEK AND MY JAW FEELS EVEN MORE PAINFUL
THAN BEFORE. IS THIS NORMAL?
In response to your question, it is quite normal to experience jaw muscle fatigue and soreness initially, as explained
in the instructions. This discomfort can even radiate your jaw pain. The natural tendency to bite down does not
go away immediately. The habitual clenching and grinding cycle is now interrupted and challenged by the resilient
hybrid bitepads of the SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG). The adjustable and articulating bitepads that slip comfortably between your teeth are designed to re-establish the “natural’ freeway space that will protect your teeth from
clenching and grinding day or night. To re-establish this healthier anatomical position means stretching the muscle
fibers and decompressing the components of the TMJ capsule. This definitely can produce soreness even though it is
a healing mechanism. It’s like having rotator cuff surgery on your shoulder. The rehab is very painful but a necessary
process to regain full range of motion of your shoulder joint. This soreness is also related to your learning curve.
The quicker you learn to keep your “lips together and teeth apart”, the sooner the muscles become relaxed and at
ease which usually means you are well on your way to the healing process. We have thousands of customers who
have stopped this neuromuscular disorder while wearing our SRNG. It takes a little work using your brainpower,
but focusing on “lips together and teeth apart”, while in your conscious state of mind, is absolutely necessary to
initiate the muscle relaxation process. It is a learning process. Then and only then will you succeed in changing or
controlling the clenching and grinding neuromuscular disorder. So you see, the SRNG, is like a training device that
will provide you with the protection you need to keep your teeth healthy and cosmetically desirable, while you
concentrate your efforts on breaking the bad habit of clenching and grinding. Muscles at ease will allow the teeth to
“rest” on the bitepads. So don’t bite down, although the natural urge to do so will test your concentration on the
learning process of “lips together and teeth apart”. Any signs that the SRNG bitepads are not free of indentations or
clean and pristine in texture, after wearing it, are indications that you must raise your level of concentration on “lips
together and teeth apart” to a much higher level.You may want to review the instructions again for more information
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# 12. WILL THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHTGUARD HELP WITH MY SLEEP APNEA? WILL IT HELP TO MOVE THE JAW
FORWARD?
The SRNG was designed by a specialist in dentistry to protect teeth and jaw joints from the neuromuscular disorder commonly referred to as clenching and grinding (C & G) teeth. Many individuals suffering from this destructive
disorder, also suffer from snoring and sleep apnea. Although there are special appliances that can be made through
your health care professional that are specifically designed to open the bite and pull the jaw forward, we have had
a number of customers who have appreciated the reduction in snoring and sleep apnea when wearing our SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG). It really depends on whether you clench and grind (C & G) your teeth during sleep. A
neuromuscular disorder that affects nearly 80% of the population. This over active muscle activity forces the lower
jaw closed and usually backward. When sleeping on your back, gravity will exacerbate this backward movement of
the jaw. This posterior repositioning of the lower jaw forces the tongue into the back of the throat, which dramatically reduces or totally closes off the airway. With a significant reduction in airway space, the posterior pharyngeal
wall vibrates against the tongue causing a rattling sound in the back of the throat. The sound produced by this
vibration is called snoring. If the airway is blocked completely, the individual may experience several episodes of
sudden gasping for air to breathe, which severely interrupts the sleep cycle. Sleep deprivation can lead to difficulty
staying awake during the day. The SRNG, by design, re-establishes your natural freeway space between your teeth
This is the space that should exist between your teeth while you are in repose, quite and at ease. We call this “lips
together and teeth apart”. For an individual who is a chronic C & G, opening the bite will usually result in the lower
jaw posturing slightly downward and forward naturally, which also brings the tongue forward. This forward posture
of the lower jaw and tongue opens the airway in the back of the throat, thereby reducing or eliminating the snoring.
Breathing is much easier, especially if you change your sleep position from your back to your side, so restful sleep
is possible without the constant awakening to gasp for air. All this translates into restful sleep, hence much easier to
remain alert and awake during the day. Results may vary for each individual. The 30-day money back guarantee offers
you the opportunity to give it a try. Remember, nearly 80% of the population have some form of a C & G disorder
so that is an issue which should be addressed as well as snoring or sleep apnea. Splintek has also developed an
anatomical, orthopedically designed, visco-elastic memory foam pillow called the SleepRight Side Sleeping Pillow. It’s
an integral part of the SleepRight system that many of our customers are using for snoring and sleep apnea too. The
SleepRight system comes in a special discount package. We can provide you with information on the features and
benefits of this premium-contoured pillow, which carries a 5-year warranty.You might want to check out our web
site at www.splintek.com for more information
# 13. MY JAW POPS AND SOMETIMES LOCKS. WILL THE SLEEPRIGHT NIGHTGUARD HELP ELIMINATE
THAT?
There are many degrees of popping and clicking in the jaw joints. A popping sound or slight vibration felt in the
lower jaw, which occurs almost immediately when slowly opening the jaw is considered the one with the best
chance for healing and eliminating. The SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) was designed by a specialist in dentistry to
protect teeth and jaw joints from the neuromuscular disorder commonly referred to as clenching and grinding (C &
G) teeth. The SRNG, has adjustable and articulating bitepads that slip comfortably between your teeth and are designed to re-establish the “natural’ freeway space that will protect your teeth from C & G day or night. Spacing your
teeth apart also decompresses the jaw joints. This decompression is an unloading of the joints, much like wooden
crutches allow you to take the weight off an injured knee or hip.
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This is called jaw splinting. Splints are appliances routinely used in the dental office as the first line of defense
against chronic C & G’s. It is possible to allow the injured components of the joint capsule to heal when the jaw is
unloaded using the SRNG, especially with an early click in the joint. Ultimately, the popping or clicking sound may
be eliminated. Results vary for each individual. Although some success has been achieved using splints, much like
the SRNG to eliminate jaw popping, the chances of resolving the clicking and popping decreases dramatically when
the sounds occur much later during jaw opening. Whether the popping is eliminated or not, unloading the joint
capsule is a non-surgical way to promote healing in the joint. Unfortunately, if your jaw sometimes locks, it usually
means the internal derangement in the joint capsule may have progressed beyond the popping or clicking stages
and therefore may not have the ability to repair itself even with a splint. The SRNG can provide protection for your
teeth and joints, which will protect them from future damage. We have developed a philosophy, which has been clinically tried and tested that will help the astute user learn how to control the muscle activity that may have caused
the problem in the first place. It’s a learning process we call the cycle of competence. Awareness, accountability and
behavior modification are the three simple but very important phases to the learning process. This philosophy is
included with each SRNG purchase and our technical staff is always here to assist you in your quest to eliminate
this neuromuscular disorder. Improving your bite through orthodontics may not eliminate the joint popping, but it
can certainly improve the environment in which the jaw and joints function.You may want to pursue an orthodontic
consultation. Surgical procedures are usually considered a last resort effort to resolve the internal derangement of
the joints.
# 14. I HAVE BRACES. CAN I WEAR THE SLEEPRIGHT ? WOULD THE STANDARD OR LOW-PROFILE BE BEST
FOR ME?
The SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) was designed by a specialist in dentistry to protect teeth and jaw joints from
the neuromuscular disorder commonly referred to as clenching and grinding (C & G) teeth. The doctor’s specialty
is orthodontics. . Many orthodontists have used our products in their offices. The SRNG is also used for many other
applications in orthodontics depending on what the patients needs are. If for example, you are diagnosed with an
open bite, i.e. your front teeth are apart and do not touch when your back teeth are touching, the SRNG might be
used to help strengthen your chewing muscles during treatment, because you are encouraged to bite down on the
bitepads, especially during the day. Conversely, if you have a deep bite, where the front teeth severely overlap, many
times seen as a result of over active chewing muscle activity, then you would be encouraged to concentrate on ‘lips
together and teeth apart”, just the opposite of an open bite case. Theses are just two examples of how the SRNG
is used in orthodontics. In response to your question, yes you can wear the SRNG while wearing braces. Many
adults seem to prefer the standard model, because of the higher profile wings on the sides, which help to protect
the cheeks from the irritation of the arch wires and brackets, especially while sleeping. The low-profile SRNG was
designed for daytime use and adults with a small mouth. Obviously, one of your treatment objectives would be to
improve your bite while straightening your teeth, especially if your have a neuromuscular habit of clenching and
grinding (C & G). We have developed a philosophy, which has been clinically tried and tested that will help the
astute user learn how to change a bad habit. It’s a learning process we call the cycle of competence. Awareness, accountability and behavior modification are the three simple but very important phases to the learning process. This
philosophy is included with each SRNG purchase and our technical staff is always here to assist you in your quest
to eliminate this neuromuscular disorder. The SRNG, by design, allows your orthodontic treatment to continue
uninterrupted. Splintek will be happy to exchange your standard SRNG for the low-profile model if necessary.
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# 15. WHY AM I GETTING INDENTATIONS ON THE INSIDE OF MY MOUTH WHILE WEARING THIS APPLIANCE?
If you take medications that historically cause a dry mouth, called xerostomia, then you may lack sufficient lubrication from the salivary glands to prevent friction between the appliance and the inside of your cheeks. The soft
tissues inside the mouth become so dry that they stick to the appliance instead of comfortably sliding across the
appliance as you open and close your mouth. If held in the same place long enough, especially while sleeping on your
side with your cheek resting against the pillow, indentations will occur that replicate the design of the product. During the first few days wearing the SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG), it is quite common to have excess saliva, as the
appliance actually stimulates the salivary glands. With xerostomia, however, this glandular secretion does not take
place. Xerostomia can also be a contributing factor causing tooth decay. If you believe this may be your problem,
you can purchase products over-the-counter that help replace saliva. One such artificial salivary stimulant product
is called Xero-Lube. Other medically accepted intraoral lubricants might also be applied to the SRNG side wings.
Ask your pharmacist for advice regarding these products. Another thing that may cause indentations or ridges on
the insides of the cheeks is a subconscious sucking action, usually done while sleeping. These ridges or indentations
are also seen commonly in orthodontic patients while wearing braces. There are OTC products available to them
that you also can use. It’s like a protective wax or silicone they press over the source causing the irritation.You can
use this OTC product to fill in the voids of the wing design to create a smooth surface. Removing the appliance
for a few days and nights will allow the tissue to rebound and the indentations will go away. These indentations are
not considered a serious health problem, however, we advise you to discontinue using the appliance until the tissue
has had a chance to rest and rebound, and then use one of the recommendations we have provided for you in this
message.
# 16. WILL THE SLEEPRIGHT HELP MY TONGUE THRUSTING HABIT?
In direct response to your question, I would have to say….NO. However, indirectly…maybe. Let me explain. The
SleepRight Night Guard (SRNG) has been used many times on patients in the dental or orthodontic office as an
adjunct to other treatment modalities for closing an open bite (when the front teeth do not touch while the back
teeth are touching). The causes of the open bite can be multifactorial. One obvious cause is a tongue thrusting habit.
The tongue, which is the most versatile muscle in the body, has been measured to produce up to 6-8 lbs. of intraoral pressure. Teeth are generally moved in orthodontics using ounces of force. Hence, the tongue can literally push
the front teeth apart, which in dental terms, is referred to as an open bite. If the open bite is not considered to be
a skeletal discrepancy, then there is a chance the bite can be closed with an intraoral appliance, used in conjunction
with braces. The SRNG is such an appliance that when used with braces can help to close the open bite. It is difficult, but with constant pressure over time, it can be done. Results will vary for each individual. I might add, unless
the tongue thrusting habit is resolved, the results will likely be unstable and the open bite will return. Of course,
the tongue must have a normal form in which to function. A consultation with an orthodontist will help you learn
more about that. I don’t know if you have an open bite or not, but unless you retrain the tongue muscle to assume
a normal resting posture and function properly during swallowing, you may have little chance of stopping the thrusting habit. We work with many doctors and I know many of them recommend their patients to a speech pathologist
and/or a myofunctional therapist for evaluation of a tongue thrusting habit. I’m sorry that I cannot help you further,
but I can’t advise you that our product would directly help your tongue thrusting habit.
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