Bravo System: Conservative treatment for headaches and TMJ headaches

The "Bravo System" is effective in the management of both disorders. The appliance allows for precise mandibular positioning, support for the TMJ and management of bruxism during sleep.

The Bravo system utilizes both daytime and nighttime diagnostic and therapeutic devices for initial and long term management of TMJ disorders, headaches, bruxism, and obstructive apneic events.

Thousands of bruxism and TMJ splints are delivered annually and require multiple, time consuming adjustments during treatment. The Bravo System utilizes the Halstrom Hinge for rapid, precise vertical and protrusive adjustment. Posterior pads are useful in the management of nocturnal bruxism and provide support for the TMJ during sleep. The devices are easy to wear, fits like a retainer, and provide an effective treatment option for those who suffer from headaches, muscle spasm, and facial pain related to TMJ disorders and nocturnal bruxism.

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The Bravo System

*Daytime Splint*
	Dr. Blevins utilizes specially designed removable splints. The device(s) fit over the upper and/or lower teeth, fit like a retainer, are adjustable, easy to wear and clean.
	They work by improving jaw position, there by minimizing the effects of bruxism, and swelling in the jaw joints.

*Nighttime Device*
	A laboratory constructed oral appliance for long term management of TMJ disorders.
	A "Halstrom Hinge" provides for multiple adjustments necessary to stabilize, advance and/or vertical position the jaw, tongue, and supporting structures to open the airway during sleep. The system allows the clinician to utilize a lower daytime splint and combination of the upper and lower splints during sleep. Combined splints with an adjustable hinge allow for precise positioning of the condyle in the fossa thereby reducing swelling in the jaw joints and muscle hyperactivity during sleep.

The Bravo System:

	Unloads and stabilizes the TMJ during the day and night
	Reduces inflammation in the TMJ
	Reduces tension headaches related to bruxism
	Improves the airway and oxygen saturation during sleep
	Reduces the chronic fatigue and apnic events associated with non-restful sleep

Note: Our clinical experience suggests that TMJ disorders and headaches are complicated by nocturnal bruxism and other obstructive sleep disorders in 70% of those evaluated.