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Protect Your Smile With Custom Nightguards
Nightguards, also referred to as dental guards or mouthguards, are created to shield your teeth from the harmful consequences of grinding. Constructed from sturdy, see-through acrylic resin, these oral devices can be either soft or hard, depending on your requirements. To avoid contact between the upper and lower front teeth while sleeping, your dentist will suggest wearing the nightguard over the upper front teeth. In instances of intense teeth grinding, a nightguard for the lower teeth may also be recommended. In addition to providing protection, mouthguards aid in cushioning the jaw muscles, lessening strain and discomfort.
Benefits of Using Night Guards for Bruxism
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can happen during the day or while sleeping, often triggered by stress, anger, or anxiety. This habit can harm oral health, but dentists may recommend using a nightguard along with anxiety treatments to safeguard teeth.
While nightguards may not entirely eliminate teeth grinding, they can assist in preventing damage to fillings, chipping, tooth loosening, and excessive wear of tooth enamel. Wearing a nightguard can also enhance sleep quality and alleviate bruxism symptoms.
- Tooth sensitivity or discomfort
- Biting the cheeks
- Receding gums
- Tiredness from interrupted sleep
- Facial discomfort from tight or sore jaw muscles
- Headaches in the temples
