Ease Grinding and Protect Your Teeth at Night
Many people clench or grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it, until they notice worn teeth, a sore jaw, or morning headaches. A custom-fit nightguard gently cushions your teeth and helps your jaw relax, easing the strain and helping protect your smile night after night.
Signs you may grind your teeth
Lots of people grind or clench in their sleep without knowing it. These are some of the common signs worth mentioning to us:
- Worn-down or flattened teeth
- A sore or tense jaw in the morning
- Headaches when you wake up
- Teeth that have become more sensitive
- A partner who hears you grinding at night
How a nightguard helps
A custom nightguard cushions your teeth and helps the jaw relax, protecting your smile from the pressure of grinding and easing the tension it creates. Because it's made from careful impressions of your mouth, it's thinner and more comfortable than a drugstore guard, so it's easy to wear night after night.
If clenching or grinding is affecting your jaw, we'll also look at what might be contributing, so we're addressing the cause and not just the symptoms.
Why custom matters
Drugstore guards are better than nothing, but they are bulky, fit poorly, and often end up forgotten in a drawer. A custom guard made from careful impressions of your mouth is thinner, more comfortable, and protects exactly where you need it. That comfort is the whole point, because a guard only helps when you actually wear it.
Why patients choose Power Smile
Eases grinding and clenching
A custom nightguard cushions your teeth from nighttime clenching and grinding, helping prevent wear, cracks, and jaw strain.
Relief for jaw and headaches
By helping your jaw muscles relax, a nightguard can ease morning jaw soreness and tension headaches linked to grinding.
A custom, comfortable fit
Made from precise impressions of your own teeth, a custom nightguard fits closely and feels comfortable, so you're far more likely to wear it.
Protects your dental work
Guarding against grinding also helps protect fillings, crowns, and other dental work from unnecessary wear.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom nightguard cost?+
The cost of a custom nightguard depends on the type and materials that suit your needs. Many dental plans cover a portion. We'll check your benefits, including CDCP eligibility, and provide a clear written estimate before we begin.
How do I know if I grind my teeth?+
Common clues are worn or sensitive teeth, a sore jaw, morning headaches, or a partner who hears it at night. If any of these sound familiar, mention it at your next visit and we will take a look.
Is a custom nightguard better than a drugstore one?+
Yes. A custom guard is made from impressions of your own teeth, so it fits closely, feels more comfortable, and protects better. Because it is comfortable, you are far more likely to actually wear it, and that is what makes it work.
How long does a nightguard last?+
With good care, a custom nightguard often lasts several years, though a heavy grinder may wear through one sooner. We check it at your regular visits and let you know when it is time for a new one.
Can a nightguard help my jaw tension?+
Often, yes. By cushioning your teeth and helping the jaw relax, a nightguard can ease the strain from nighttime grinding and clenching. If jaw tension is an ongoing concern, let us know and we'll look at what else may be contributing.
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