Custom Nightguards in Raleigh, NC, for Teeth Protection

How Nightguards Prevent Damage and Pain

Often called dental guards or occlusal splints, nightguards are medical-grade plastic mouthpieces designed to protect teeth while you sleep. Their primary function is to balance and reduce the force that clenching and grinding put on teeth. They also reduce the risk of problems caused by sleep bruxism, such as TMJ disorders and tooth fractures.

Additionally, wearing a nightguard will ease the strain your continuous grinding is placing on your jaw. It dramatically reduces the activity of your facial muscles as you sleep, promoting relaxation and improving the quality of your sleep. As a result, you’ll feel more rested every morning.

Symptoms of Sleep Bruxism

You may be grinding your teeth even if you’re not aware of it. Below are the symptoms of sleep bruxism  that indicate the need for a nightguard to protect your teeth:

• Morning headaches and jaw pain
• Tooth pain or sensitivity
• Broken or fractured teeth
• A loose tooth
• When you grind your teeth, your partner can hear it

Best Type of Nightguard for Teeth Grinding

If you have any of the above symptoms, Luma Dental Studio strongly recommends getting a professionally made custom nightguard to protect your teeth. Custom nightguards provide the best protection against teeth grinding, even though stock and boil-and-bite nightguards are available online and at pharmacies. They are the most comfortable, long-lasting, and fit your mouth correctly.

Depending on how much you grind your teeth, Dr. Chi may suggest a hard or soft nightguard. Soft nightguards, ideal for mild to moderate teeth grinding, are made of flexible plastic that resembles rubber. Hard guards, conversely, are made of sturdy, firm plastic and are advised for extreme teeth grinding and clenching.

Protect Your Teeth From Sleep Bruxism

Luma Dental Studio offers custom nightguards in Raleigh to help shield your smile against excessive teeth grinding. These durable, comfortable, and practical teeth protection devices will not only help reduce or eliminate bruxism symptoms but also help prevent further oral and health issues.