A dental night guard is a protective device or appliance for the mouth that covers the teeth and gums to prevent and reduce injury to the teeth, gums, jaws. It can make for an easy treatment solution for bruxism to reduce teeth grinding or clenching at night and you can sleep with ease. The night guard fits over either the upper or the lower teeth, creating a cushion between them and absorbing the impact of grinding or clenching.
There are a number of causes responsible for grinding including: crooked teeth, stress, an incorrectly aligned bite, missing teeth. Fortunately, the simplest solution for preventing teeth damage from bruxism is the use of a professionally made night guard with which you can prevent widespread damage to your teeth. A custom night guard provides your teeth with the best protection against bruxism when you asleep. We at Eternity Dental protect your teeth from damage by providing safe and highly-effective night guards for bruxism in McKinney, TX. Our night guard is custom fit for maximum comfort and protection.
Night guards help reduce enamel damage, jaw joint inflammation, and irritation to gums. There are several types of night guards for bruxism, including:
1. Soft night guards: This night guard is for patients who suffer from mild forms of teeth grinding and is well suited for those who suffer from teeth clenching.
2. Dual laminate night guards: This night guard offers more protection and is well suited for patients who suffer from severe teeth grinding.
3. Hard night guards: This night guard is very durable and hard in material being made from plastic and hence well suited for patients whose teeth grinding ranges from heavy to severe.
Bruxism is excessive teeth grinding (side to side gnashing of teeth) or clenching (static, sustained squeezing of the jaws) is a condition which can lead to excessive wear on your teeth and may cause permanent damage to your teeth and jaw joints. It may occur during the day or at night, often during sleep when you have no conscious control over clenching and grinding.
Most people who grind their teeth do it unconsciously, often due to psychological stress and anxiety. It can also be caused by a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea. Bruxism may be mild and occasional or aggressive and frequent. Bruxism can develop at any age and if left untreated, it can lead to serious oral health issues. If you experience bruxism, we at Eternity Dental in McKinney, TX will help you get rid of it.
What causes bruxism or teeth grinding or clenching?
Usually, bruxism can be caused by a combination of many different factors. Common causes include:
1. High levels physical stress such as illness, nutritional deficiencies or dehydration
2. Depression and/or anxiety
3. Sleep apnea (disordered sleep breathing)
4. Consuming too much caffeine or tobacco
5. Frequent alcohol use and Nicotine use
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Symptoms of bruxism can vary in frequency, duration and intensity. The most common symptoms of night time bruxism are:
The process of getting night guard for teeth grinding or teeth clenching in McKinney, TX is quick, comfortable, and needs only two appointments.
In the first appointment, our dentist takes an impression of your teeth and sends it to the dental laboratory for night guard fabrication.
In the second appointment, you will try in the custom night guard. The dentist will check for fit and comfort and any adjustments will be made during the same appointment.
Some of the top benefits that wearing a night guard can offer you are:
The dental professionals at Eternity Dental offer custom-made dental night guard for bruxism in McKinney, TX. Schedule an appointment with us to help you relieve jaw pain and protect your teeth with a dental night guard tailored just for you and help you keep your smile looking great.
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