What is the CPT code for a mouth guard?

The latest CDT dental insurance codes for night guards (occlusal guard) are broken into three different categories: For hard appliance, full arch, the code is D9944. For soft appliance, full arch, the code is D9945. For hard appliance, partial arch, the code is D9946.

What is CPT code D9944?

D9944 Occlusal guard – hard appliance, full arch Removable dental appliance designed to minimize the effects of bruxism or other oc- clusal factors. Not to be reported for any type of sleep apnea, snoring or TMD appliances.

What is procedure code D7880?

The description for code D7880 is that of an “occlusal orthotic device.” The CDT specifically states that the code includes splints utilized for the treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

What is the CPT code for TMJ appliance?

D7880
CPT codes for billing TMD/TMJ appliances D7880 – CDT dental code may be required on a medical claim in some instances.

What does dental Code D2740 mean?

D2740: Crown porcelain/ceramic. Purpose: Esthetic full-coverage crown. This code should be used only when reporting a porcelain/ceramic or zirconia crown. Dental insurance companies will refer to the patient plan’s limitations and exclusions when considering the dental claim.

What is dental procedure code D1110?

D1110: Prophylaxis – Adult Removal of plaque, calculus, and stains from the tooth structures in the permanent and transitional dentition. This code is preventive in nature, but there may be generalized slight gingivitis, or localized moderate to severe gingivitis.

What is an anterior deprogrammer?

Unlike full coverage orthotics with classical occlusion milled in, the anterior deprogrammer creates a small contact point for the incisors to meet, while disengaging all of the posterior teeth. In essence, it “clears the dance floor” of any noxious posterior interferences.

What is an occlusal guard?

An occlusal guard, or night guard, fits over your teeth in order to protect them from the damages common with nightly clenching and grinding. They are similar to mouth guards worn during sports but are made of a thinner, smoother plastic.

What is the CPT code for TMJ?

21073 Manipulation of temporomandibular joint (s) (TMJ), therapeutic, requiring an anesthesia service (ie, general or monitored anesthesia care) 21085 Impression and custom preparation; oral surgical splint 21089 Unlisted maxillofacial prosthetic procedure 21116 Injection procedure for temporomandibular joint arthrography

What is a TMJ mouth guard?

The TMJ mouth guard can provide eased muscle function, relieving the associated pain caused by excessive clenching or an imbalanced occlusion (biting pattern). “ What’s the difference between the different types of TMJ splints (mouth guards) available? “ An occluding splint focuses on the alignment of both upper and lower teeth.

What is TMJ and TMD?

TMJ stands for Temporomandibular Joint. TMD is the acronym for Temporomandibular Disorders. So technically, you would not have TMJ. You would have TMD and you would need a mouth guard to treat your TMJ. But you didn’t come here for a lesson in medical terminology.

What is the best treatment for TMJ?

A mouth guard could be the best treatment, depending on the cause and severity of your TMJ disorder. It may take as little as one nigh t wearing your new mouth guard to relieve your jaw pain. That’s right!