Product Profile: NTI-tss Plus

Reduce clenching intensity and prevent migraines

Give your jaw-clenching patients power over their migraine pain with the NTI-tss Plus, an anterior disclusion device proven effective at preventing tension headaches and migraines.

The NTI-tss Plus (nociceptive trigeminal inhibition tension suppression system) has been cleared by the FDA and has been shown to reduce clenching forces by approximately 70% in clinical studies.

The device is indicated for patients who experience symptoms of possible tension-type headaches, migraines, TMD, tooth wear from clenching, or muscle pain associated with parafunction. It covers the anterior teeth and can be prescribed for either the upper or lower arch. The patented design keeps posterior teeth and canines out of occlusion, reducing the intensity of clenching forces and protecting teeth from damage while the patient is asleep.

While an upper NTI-tss Plus is recommended as the first choice for function and comfort, a lower device can be prescribed if the patient presents with a narrow lower arch, lower veneers, Class III bite or uneven lower incisors.

The NTI seating checklist can help clinicians verify that the device properly fits the patient. The device is seated correctly if the patient cannot dislodge the appliance with their tongue or lips, the discluding element contacts the opposing midline, there is no canine or posterior contact, there is only about 1 mm of freeway space between the two closest opposing cusp tips, and the patient cannot protrude beyond the end of the discluding element.

Clinicians have an opportunity to not only help get their patients out of pain but also to do so through a nonpharmacological approach. The NTI-tss Plus serves as an alternative treatment for patients who have additional medical complications or those who are pregnant or nursing. Patients who take medications that conflict with conventional migraine treatment now have a safe alternative that can be easily prescribed by their dentist.

With more than 30 million people suffering from migraines in the U.S., the NTI-tss Plus is a relevant product that can benefit many patients in dental practices throughout the country. More than 1 million devices have already been prescribed.

For more information, visit newwestlab.com or call 800-321-1614.