Night Guards

Advantages

Guard Teeth Against Damage

Teeth grinding at night cause severe dental issues. Also, teeth start to wear down. With wearing down of enamel increases the risk around the roots. This also leads to cavities, toothache and sensitive teeth.

A sports guard protects teeth from the damage by preventing clenching while sleeping. It stops worn down and chipped teeth in no time.

Prevent Tooth and Jaw Pain

Bruxism can lead to other problems like jaw ache, headaches, tooth pain, and wear and tear on the teeth. Mouth guards are built to be worn while sleeping to help prevent any pain from happening.

Customized Guards

For custom guards, the dentist allows you to bite down on clay to get a replica of your teeth. He or she then sends the mold to a lab.

The bonus point is that the dentist can adjust the guard thickness depending on the bruxism severity. Doctors also make sure that it’s comfortable.

Get Rid of Headache

Clenching puts plenty of stress on the jaw. Users experience various levels of jaw pain. This results in migraines and headaches, thereby making it tough for users to follow their everyday routine. But the use of night guards can be effective in preventing it.

Promote Good Night Sleep 

Wearing a guard allows you to have a peaceful goodnight sleep. It prevents the clenching force during the night. This makes muscles relaxed while sleeping.

Disadvantages

Getting used to the Night Guard can be difficult initially.

Patients typically get used to the dental device. However, it is advised for patients to wear guard for nearly 10 minutes before going to bed.

Improper Fit

If your sports guard does not have a proper fitting, it can slip off your mouth mainly during teeth grinding.

You may also face irritation in your mouth. The great way to avoid the wrong fit is to use a custom night guard or follow the instructions carefully.

Not Built for Long-Term Use 

Guards made of thin plastic or gel that can break during bruxism. Thus, they are not designed for long-term use.

Not Following Proper Instructions

Not using the guard as per the instruction can make it less effective. For a good outcome, it is important to wear it every night and follow instructions properly.

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