Night Mouth Guard

There are millions of Americans who grind their teeth at night. It sounds harmless, but it damages their teeth and gums, which can lead to stress, pain and TMJ issues. Therefore, a night guard is the solution. If you are experiencing such a problem, it is vital that you use a night guard since it will protect your teeth from further damage and keep them healthy.

These thin and transparent appliances are worn over the teeth to prevent grinding of the upper and lower jaws, and are usually helpful to people suffering from bruxism or TMJ disease.

Soft, hard, and dual-laminated night guards are available.

Individuals with mild to moderate cases of bruxism and TMJ can benefit from soft night guards, which are made of a soft, rubber-like material that prevents tooth erosion and improves comfort. Despite being less flexible than softer night guards, hard night guards are more effective at preventing tooth erosion in moderate to severe cases of bruxism.

For light to moderate teeth grinding and jaw clenching, the Dual Laminated Night Guard is designed.

You can expect a bruxism night guard to last between 6 months and 3 years, depending on three factors:

• Teeth grinding severity
• Your night guard's type and quality
• Maintaining and cleaning your night guard

Night guards for bruxism work by reducing the pressure on your teeth during grinding. They will eventually need to be replaced. This wear and tear will eventually result in needing a new night guard. However, high-quality night guards will last longer than generic one-size-fits-all guards. There are different types of night guards for grinding at different levels.

Often, when a person grinds and clenches their teeth for a prolonged period of time, wearing a night guard even during the daytime is recommended for them to prevent damage to their teeth.

The night guard should be rinsed with warm water each time you remove it from your mouth; this is to make sure that any debris and plaque that has become embedded in the guard can be removed.

Don't eat or drink anything when you are wearing your night guard . This is the best way to prevent food and bacteria from getting trapped between your teeth and the guard which could result in decay and staining of your teeth. Be sure to floss and brush thoroughly before wearing your night guard to prevent food from getting trapped.

Submerging the night guard in water or solution when not in use will help ensure your night guard lasts its maximum life expectancy. Always rinse the guard thoroughly after use and clean it regularly with a soft toothbrush.