Splints

Dental injuries and certain oral conditions can place teeth at risk for further damage or instability. Dental splints help protect and stabilize teeth, supporting healing and preserving your natural smile.

At Beachside Dental, we provide custom splint therapy to help patients recover comfortably while protecting their long-term oral health.

What Is a Dental Splint?

A dental splint is a custom-made appliance or stabilization device designed to support teeth that have been injured, loosened, or affected by trauma. Splints can also be used to help manage certain jaw conditions like TMJ disorder by reducing excessive pressure on the teeth and surrounding structures.

Depending on your needs, a splint may be used temporarily while healing occurs or as part of a long-term treatment plan.

When Are Dental Splints Recommended?

Dental splints are often recommended following dental trauma or when teeth require additional support.

Common situations that may benefit from splint therapy include:

• Teeth loosened or displaced due to injury
• Dental trauma from accidents or sports injuries
• Stabilization following certain dental procedures
• Jaw discomfort related to bite issues
• Support for teeth affected by periodontal disease

Prompt treatment following a dental injury can improve healing and help preserve natural teeth.

How Do Splints Help Protect Your Smile?

Splints work by stabilizing affected teeth and minimizing movement during the healing process. By reducing stress on injured teeth and supporting surrounding structures, splints can improve comfort and promote successful recovery.

Benefits of dental splints may include:

• Stabilization of injured or mobile teeth
• Improved comfort during healing
• Protection against additional trauma
• Preservation of natural teeth
• Support for long-term oral health

In emergency situations, splints may be combined with treatments such as root canals or antibiotic therapy to address underlying damage or infection.