Prevent Damage and Relieve Jaw Tension
At Just Smile Dentistry in Boca Raton, we offer Nightguards for Clenching and Grinding to help protect your teeth from the harmful effects of teeth grinding (bruxism) and jaw clenching. These habits, which often occur during sleep, can lead to tooth wear, jaw pain, headaches, and other dental problems if left untreated. Our custom-fit nightguards provide a comfortable solution that helps reduce the damage caused by grinding and clenching, ensuring your teeth stay healthy and your jaw remains pain-free.
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The Nightguard Fitting Process
Getting a custom nightguard is a simple and painless process. Here’s how it works:
Consultation: During your initial visit, we’ll discuss your symptoms and examine your teeth and jaw to determine if a nightguard is the right solution for you.
Scanning: We’ll scan your mouth to ensure that your nightguard is custom-fitted to your mouth for maximum comfort and effectiveness. The scan is quick and non-invasive, capturing detailed images of your teeth and gums.
Fabrication: The scan results are sent to a dental lab where your nightguard will be created. The process typically takes about one to two weeks.
Fitting: Once your nightguard is ready, we’ll have you return to our office for a fitting. We’ll ensure that the nightguard fits comfortably and that it properly aligns your bite.
Aftercare: We’ll provide instructions on how to care for your nightguard, ensuring it lasts and continues to protect your teeth and jaw.
Why Nightguards Are Important for Your Oral Health
Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can cause significant damage to your teeth and jaw over time. The pressure exerted on your teeth can wear them down, cause cracks, and even lead to tooth loss. Additionally, grinding and clenching can cause jaw pain, headaches, and discomfort in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which can affect your ability to chew, talk, or even open your mouth comfortably.
A nightguard acts as a barrier between your upper and lower teeth, helping to protect them from the damaging effects of grinding and clenching. It also helps alleviate the pressure on your jaw, reducing tension, discomfort, and pain while you sleep.
Benefits of Nightguards for Clenching and Grinding
- Protects Teeth: Nightguards protect your teeth from wear, cracks, and fractures caused by grinding or clenching.
- Reduces Jaw Pain: By alleviating pressure on the jaw, nightguards can help reduce jaw pain, discomfort, and the risk of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.
- Improves Sleep Quality: By reducing the discomfort caused by grinding and clenching, nightguards can help you sleep more peacefully, allowing you to wake up feeling more refreshed.
- Prevents Long-Term Damage: Wearing a nightguard regularly helps prevent the long-term dental damage that can result from untreated teeth grinding and jaw clenching.