Naples Night Guards

Naples Night Guards | Bruxism, Bite Splint Therapy

Many people are afflicted with nighttime teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. Some people do this consciously during the day, but it is a larger problem at night during sleep. Dr. Rashid knows that grinding your teeth can damage enamel, wear down teeth, cause jaw pain, and irritate your gums. The noise from teeth grinding can also disturb your partner’s sleep. Fortunately, there is a solution: night guards.

What Is a Night Guard?

If you grind your teeth at night, you should consider a night guard. The night guard, similar to a mouth guard worn by athletes, provides a barrier between your top and bottom teeth while you sleep. All night guards are custom-made for comfort and to allow for proper breathing.

Our Naples dentist will take an impression of your teeth and have a dental lab create a night guard just for you. Night guards are very durable and can be used for up to 10 years.

Other Options

There are also other methods you can try in conjunction with your night guard to alleviate problems caused by teeth grinding.

For example, you can train your jaw to be free and easy rather than clenched. Refrain from chewing gum or chewing on other objects like pens.

You should also avoid alcoholic drinks and caffeinated beverages, as these can increase the likelihood that you will grind your teeth.

What Are Night Guards Used For?

Restorative devices such as night guards and bite splints can be used to support, protect, or immobilize oral structures that have been loosened, replanted, fractured, or traumatized. The Modern Dentist offers night guards or bite splint therapy for:

  • Treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
  • Patients dealing with issues from nighttime teeth grinding
  • Mouth or jaw problems from bite misalignment

Our Naples dentist offers several different types of splint therapy for specific conditions. Through proper evaluation and fitting, Dr. Rashid can help alleviate misalignment of your bite and subsequently correct these issues.

Sleep Better with a Night Guard

Our Naples, FL, orthodontic dentist can help you sleep better and protect your smile with a custom night guard. To make an appointment, call The Modern Dentist today at (239) 591-3330, or contact us online.

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