A nightguard is a plastic device that we can customize to fit comfortably inside your mouth. It will serve as a barrier between your upper and lower teeth, protecting them from the effects of bruxism while you sleep. They fit over your teeth so you will not feel like you have a mouthful of plastic. In most situations, your symptoms of bruxism will subside after a brief time, so it only needs to be worn during those times.
People have periods of stress in their normal daily lives. Some people subconsciously respond to these times of stress by grinding or clenching their teeth while they sleep. In most cases, they are not aware that they are doing this, but the effects are clear.
Patients who grind their teeth can flatten their teeth, losing those divots that assist us in chewing. Wearing down, or grinding our teeth, can be expensive to repair. Patients who grind their teeth while they sleep may find that they are experiencing some of the following symptoms:
Bruxism is often a passing phase, but the damage that it can cause can give a patient lifelong frustration, and very expensive results. This can be managed with the creation and wearing of a nightguard. If you have painful jaws or teeth, and think you might be clenching or grinding, contact us to schedule your consultative appointment.
