If you think a night guard is just a mere protective dental accessory? Think again. These simple-looking devices do wonders to make your night comfortable, aid your sleep, and relieve symptoms of TMJ. Keep reading to understand in detail, all the wonders of a small night guard.
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Enhanced Protection for Orthodontic Appliances
If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces or bonded retainers or you have dental implants like veneers or crowns, then night guards can be extremely important to save your investment.
They form a protective layer around teeth that safeguards your orthodontic appliances from the grinding actions of the jaw or clenching. This helps in maintaining the integrity of your treatment and avoids any needless adjustments or repairs.
Custom Comfort and Fit
Custom night guards, unlike generic over-the-counter options, are designed specifically for your teeth. Custom-fit ensures you get a night guard that fits like a glove, and provides the best protection, maximum comfort, and effectiveness.
With the introduction of at-home custom night guard kits, such as those offered by ALIGNERCO, obtaining night guards takes only three steps.
You place an order on the website, receive an impression kit, and send back your dental impressions. After receiving your impressions, a custom night guard is crafted for your teeth and mailed to your address.
Relieving Jaw Pain and Discomfort
Those who grind their teeth usually do it all the time. Bruxism and teeth clenching at night, however, can cause quite a lot of pain in the jaw, headaches, and soreness in the muscles. Night guards will offer a cushioned surface to grind against. This distributes the pressure set forth with less strain on your jaw muscles, hence less pain or discomfort.
Better Quality of Sleep
Night-time grinding can disturb your sleep and make you restless at night leading to cranky mornings. Night guards reduce the effects of bruxism and allow you a more peaceful and less interrupted sleep. Waking up refreshed and well-rested is essential for every human being.
Prevention of Wear and Tear
Teeth grinding leads to the wearing down of enamel and chipping or cracking of teeth due to abrasion. A night guard is a lifesaver (for teeth) in this case. It reduces the risk of damage by providing a protective layer over the teeth and conserving their natural structure and health. This simple protective layer can save you thousands on dental repairs and guard your smile.
Reducing Symptoms of TMJ Disorders
Excessive grinding and clenching can lead to Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders that cause jaw clicking, popping, or pain. Night guard act as a cushion and reduces pressure and stress on your jaw joints, hence alleviating this discomfort and promoting better joint functionality.
Long-Term Cost Savings
In the long run, night guards will save you money by protecting your teeth and orthodontic appliances from damage. Avoiding enamel erosion, worn teeth, or broken orthodontic appliances translates to avoiding trips to the dentist for treatments that may include costly procedures. This is how your small investment in a night guard is going to result in cost savings over time.
Choosing Well
Besides their main function—to protect against bruxism—Night guards will add to your comfort, well-being, and future monetary savings.
Investing in a good quality night guard is essential for saving your teeth. ALIGNERCO offers custom night guards in three options, delivered to your doorstep.
- 3mm and soft version that is suitable for mild bruxism.
- 2 mm hard version for severe bruxism
- Hybrid version (our favorite) that is dual-layered. Soft inside and hard outside make it a perfect option for those seeking a sweet spot between adequate protection and comfort and fit for all types of bruxism.
FAQs
Can I drink with night guards on?
You can drink plain water with night guards on, for other drinks, we recommend you take them off
Are custom night guards better than over-the-counter night guards?
Custom night guards are designed according to your dental impressions and they give you a snug fit, making them more comfortable to wear.
Can I use a mouth guard for sleep?
Use only a night guard for sleep. Mouth guards is an umbrella term. If worn specifically at night, they’re called night guards. Apart from the name, they are usually crafted with different materials and thicknesses.
