Rick-A-Nator Can Also Be Used to Treat TMD/TMJ

The Rick-A-Nator is a popular and easy-to-use dental appliance that can help you open a patient’s bite and create the correct vertical dimension. It is especially useful in treating non-compliant patients where other removable appliances have proven to be ineffective.

A less well-known use of the Rick-A-Nator is to help address temporomandibular disorders (TMD). It can help advance the mandibles and increase the vertical opening, which can alleviate some of the stress on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, as many as 10 million Americans may be suffering from TMD (also often called TMJ). Multiple factors can contribute to the jaw pain your patient experiences, and the pain can become severe if it isn’t treated effectively. If your patient has tried other solutions to address TMD pain without success, it may be time to try a Rick-A-Nator.

Contact SML (Space Maintainers Laboratories) to create this appliance for your patients today.