What is TSS plus?
® Sign in for price. The NTI-tss Plus® is an anterior disclusion device proven effective at preventing tension headaches and migraines. Its patented design keeps the posterior teeth and canines out of occlusion, which reduces clenching intensity and protects against tooth damage and bone loss.
What does NTI-TSS stand for?
The Nociceptive trigeminal inhibition tension suppression system (abbreviated to NTI-TSS, or NTI-tension suppression system), is a type of occlusal splint that is claimed to prevent headache and migraine by reducing sleep bruxism (night-time tooth clenching and grinding).
How does NTI-TSS work?
How Does NTI-tss Work? Bruxism, many migraines, and TMJ dysfunction result from a jaw muscle/nerve malfunction. The NTI-tss interrupts the involuntary tug of war between the jaw’s side and temporal muscles, reducing clenching intensity by one-third, thus reducing the barrage of negative impulses transmitted by nerves.
What is the purpose of NTI?
The NTI-TSS is an anterior bite stop designed to relax the muscles involved when you clench, gnash, or grind your teeth. You wear them over your two front teeth at night. This prevents contact between your canines and molars.
Who invented NTI?
The estimate for people fitted with the NTI-tss has exceeded 2.25 million throughout the world, and they all thank Dr. Jim Boyd for his invention.
What is an NTI for teeth?
The NTI (nociceptive trigeminal inhibitor) appliance is a type of mouthguard that might be able to help. The NTI appliance is a tension suppression system, which simply means it prevents the clenching action. No clenching means less wear and tear to your teeth, less jaw pain and even fewer migraines.
How long does an NTI last?
A night guard will have an average lifespan of 5 years, but depending upon the wear, it can need replacement in just 1 year.
Does NTI cause open bite?
A potential diagnostic revelation of NTI use is the development of an anterior open bite, of which the majority of the time occurs as a result of the reorientation of the condyles following normalization of the musculature.
What is NTI in dental?
Does NTI device work?
Usually, this eliminates migraines associated with bruxism and several types of pain from TMJ dysfunction. Some patients report immediate relief after just a night of wearing the NTI-TSS device. Others said to have found comfort after several days or a few weeks.
Can you choke on an NTI?
The risk is increased if the device is fitted incorrectly or loosely. While there have been very few instances of this occurring, if you’re worried about choking on a night guard, the NTI splint is probably not the right choice for you. Of course, a night guard that is too large can also be problematic.
What is the NTI-TSS plus soft?
The NTI-tss Plus Soft is a custom fit device fabricated using hard/soft thermo-formed material with a Clear 450 ® Discluding Element (DE) affixed. The hard/soft material makes the NTI-tss Plus Soft easy to deliver and provides maximum patient comfort.
What insurance codes apply to the NTI-TSS plus?
In general, the same insurance codes for splints, TMJ appliances, habit appliances all apply to the NTI-tss Plus. The NTI-tss Plus Daytime is a reduced version of the NTI-tss Plus that combines a lower profile with a targeted design for habitual daytime clenchers.
Why choose NDX for NTI-TSS plus?
Your NDX lab will customize the product to your patient’s dentition and therapeutic needs. Every mouth has a different shape and the NTI-tss Plus is designed in a way that fits your patient. NDX has a team of trained professionals whose sole job is to focus on appliance evaluation and design.
How do I use the NTI-TSS plus headache questionnaire?
Add the NTI-tss Plus Headache Questionnaire to your patient paperwork. Show patients interested in migraine or headache relief the short NTI video or have them read the NTI Patient Brochure. Because the NTI is a dental device similar to a small bite guard, it requires no medical diagnosis, so you can take impressions that day.