Night Guards Near You

Night guards are custom-fitted appliances designed to protect your teeth from damage caused by grinding (bruxism) or clenching during sleep. These devices, including lower night guards and upper bruxism appliances, act as a barrier to reduce wear on your teeth and alleviate jaw discomfort. 

By wearing a night guard, you can protect your smile, improve your oral health, and enjoy a more restful night’s sleep. At Inglewood Family Dental, we offer tailored solutions, such as lower bruxism appliances, to meet your specific needs and help prevent long-term dental complications.

What is Bruxism?

Bruxism is a medical condition that causes a person to grind or clench their teeth. While this can occur during the day, most cases of bruxism occur at night and is considered a sleep-related movement disorder. This condition often occurs with other sleeping disorders, such as sleep apnea or snoring. Mild bruxism is usually not an issue, but severe cases can lead to headaches, jaw disorders, and damage to the teeth.

Many people do not know that they have this condition but may recognize some symptoms as well as have some signs that a dentist can see. Symptoms include headaches, jaw, neck or facial pain, and tooth pain. You may also experience damage to the inside of the check from biting or chewing. Your dentist may see signs of flattened, damaged, or chipped teeth, as well as worn down enamel.

Why Choose Night Guards?

Using a night guard offers many benefits for your oral health and overall well-being:

  • Protection for Teeth: Night guards help prevent damage like cracks, chips, or excessive wear caused by grinding or clenching.
  • Relief from Jaw Pain and Headaches: These appliances reduce pressure on the jaw, alleviating discomfort and preventing TMJ-related issues.
  • Improved Sleep Quality: By minimizing tension in the jaw, night guards contribute to more restful and uninterrupted sleep.

Who Needs a Night Guard?

A night guard can benefit you if you experience:

  • Frequent teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism).
  • Jaw pain, tightness, or tension.
  • Persistent headaches or earaches, especially in the morning.
  • Signs of tooth damage, such as cracks, chips, or flattening.
  • A diagnosis of TMJ disorder.

Custom Night Guards

At Inglewood Family Dental, we provide a range of custom night guard options to meet individual needs. Regardless of how severe your TMJ-related issues are, we have a solution that is tailored to your needs.

Type of Night Guard Description
Soft Night Guards Perfect for mild to moderate grinding or clenching, offering a comfortable and flexible fit.
Hard Night Guards Designed for severe grinding or TMJ-related issues, providing durable protection and stability.
Dual-Laminate Guards Combines a soft interior for comfort with a hard exterior for extra protection against wear.

Are Custom Night Guards Worth the Cost?

Expert Dental Care

Our experienced dental professionals in Calgary specialize in creating custom-fit night guards tailored to protect your teeth and relieve discomfort.

Modern Technology

We use advanced tools to design and make night guards that fit perfectly, providing durable and effective protection against grinding and clenching.

Patient-Focused Service

We prioritize your comfort with personalized care and offer affordable pricing options to make treatment accessible for everyone.

While the cost of a custom night guard may seem a lot more than the stock variety, you need to consider the costs that a custom night guard will prevent. Bruxism is the leading cause of dental damage and root canals. A root canal is an expensive dental procedure and one that night guards help prevent. As you grind your teeth, you wear down the enamel, increasing the risk of dental decay and injury to the tooth, resulting in more costly dental procedures. Unlike stock mouth guards, a custom guard assures that your jaw is properly aligned. A stock guard does not do this and disrupting jaw alignment can cause even more issues.

To learn more about bruxism and how a custom fit Night Guard helps treat your symptoms of bruxism, please contact us at (403) 265-5888 to schedule your visit with Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh!

Call us at (403) 265-5888 to request your consultation at Inglewood Family Dental today!

The Process

1

Consultation

Talk about your dental needs and if a night guard helps.

2

Assessment

Detailed oral examination and digital imaging for treatment precision.

3

Impression

A mold of your teeth is taken for a custom fit.

4

Fabrication

The night guard is made to fit your teeth perfectly.

5

Fitting

The dentist makes sure it fits properly and feels pleasant.

6

Adjustments

Small modifications are performed to provide the greatest fit.

7

Instructions

Learn how to use and care for it.

The Benefits

Do Night Guards Really Work?

If you have a night guard that works properly it will consistently make sure your teeth grinding does not harm your teeth. What night guards do is they disperse and absorb any force from your teeth. Doing this, the enamel of your teeth is protected from any damage. When you use a night guard you are also getting rid of any tension within the muscles from clenching your jaw.
The lifetime of your night guard all depends on how much and how hard you grind your teeth. Depending on your levels of stress your night guard with last anywhere between 5 and 10 years. If you buy a higher quality night guard, you have a better chance of it lasting longer than a cheaper one.

When someone is receiving a night guard, they have the option of getting an upper or lower night guard not usually both. Some dentists seem to prefer lower night guards for their patients. Upper night guards seem to be more common due to the night guard being originally made for your upper teeth.

Yes, night guards can reduce strain on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) by minimizing the effects of grinding and clenching. This can help alleviate symptoms like jaw pain, headaches, and tension. Custom night guards are especially effective for patients with TMJ-related issues.

Yes, night guards can reduce strain on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) by minimizing the effects of grinding and clenching. This can help alleviate symptoms like jaw pain, headaches, and tension. Custom night guards are especially effective for patients with TMJ-related issues.

We Welcome New Patients

Inglewood Family Dental is happy to welcome you and your family to our Calgary dental clinic.
We work hard to make you feel at home while providing a friendly and calm place for your dental care.

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