Night Guards are made to protect your teeth at night and relieve tension/pain in your jaw muscles. Generic night guards can be purchased in pharmacies over the counter, but do not provide a custom fit. We fabricate custom night guards which provide optimal fit. These are considered orthopedic appliances, which stabilize your teeth and relax your jaw joint muscles.
Sport bite guards are made in the same process and protect your teeth during athletic activities, where teeth could get injured.
Some people have overactive jaw muscles which cause severe wear to the teeth by grinding or clenching, even during the night. This results in jaw pain, difficulty chewing, or even the clicking and locking of the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint or “TMJ”), all of which can lead to pain and discomfort. And over a long period of time, this can result in the need for crowns or fillings on every tooth to restore normal function and looks. When your teeth are at war with your jaw muscles, your teeth will loose, every time.
We provide an extensive exam that includes x-rays and jaw analysis to take the steps needed to reverse the adverse effects of TMJ, so your quality of life improves and you can get back to get back to feeling and lookin’ good!
