Protect your teeth and implants
To many names, with the same idea.
There Are Several Reasons Why
A Tooth Might Crack Or If An Implant Fails.
THESE REASONS INCLUDE, AMONG OTHERS:
- Biting down on hard foods like ice, hard candies, and nuts.
- Stress that leads to jaw clenching or grinding.
- Chewing unevenly.
- Loss of tooth structure due to wear or large fillings.
- Brittleness of teeth following a root canal.
- Trauma due to sport activity.
What is a Nightguard?
A nightguard is a retainer-like plastic piece that can be hard or soft. It covers the biting surfaces and can be worn on the bottom or top teeth. Since patients have different teeth patterns, a nightguard is custom-made for each patient by molding it to fit your teeth without the risk of being uncomfortable or unnecessarily bulky.
Why a Nightguard?
THESE REASONS INCLUDE, AMONG OTHERS:
These appliances help protect your teeth from the effects of grinding, clenching and sport guards protect teeth and dental implants from trauma due to sport activity. They may also reduce the effects of TMJ disorders. You can wear this mouth guard any time, night or day. But because most people grind or clench their teeth during sleep, it’s more common to wear them at night.
Types of Nightguard?
Custom-made
These offer a personalized solution since they are made using the impression of your teeth. A dentist uses professional materials and techniques to create a nightguard, which is more comfortable for you. With the proper care and adjustments, these are durable enough to last for several years.
Hard Nightguards
These are made from acrylic and are used to treat TMJ and severe teeth grinding and clenching cases. As the muscles relax, the bite changes due to the lower jaw positioning itself in a healthy centric position. Adjustments to the bite on the guard will help your muscles and jaw relax. Since hard nightguards are made from a firm material, they are the most durable type.
Comfort
An uncomfortable nightguard will likely not go in your mouth as you dread wearing it; hence it will not benefit you. Remember that you will spend the night with a device in your mouth; comfort should be on your list. If you grind your teeth subconsciously during the day, you should go for a lower mouthguard. It is less visible, and you probably don’t want to attract attention. Also, a lower nightguard is suitable if you have a sensitive gag reflex.
Over-the-counter
Drug stores have over-the-counter nightguards that are one-size-fits-all; they are pre-molded to fit any mouth. They also have the option of boil-and-bite nightguards, which must be softened in hot water for a better fit. Unfortunately, long-term use of such devices causes your bite to shift as they have not been made specifically for the shape of your teeth.
Bruxism and the increased risk
of dental implant failure.
Unfortunately, bruxism does increase the risk of dental implant failure. This is because dental implant success depends on a process called osseointegration. Osseointegration is a gradual process in which the jawbone heals around the dental implant and forms a permanent bond. Full osseointegration can take several months to complete, during which time it’s essential to avoid placing too much pressure or strain on the teeth. When teeth grinding or clenching occurs regularly during recovery, osseointegration may not occur, causing the dental implant to fail.
Use Your Night Guard, You Invest In It!!
IF WE NEED TO PROTECT OUR TEETH, THE HARDEST TISSUE OF THE HUMAN BODY, IMAGINE HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO PROTECT IMPLANTS OR ANY DENTAL CROWN OR IMPLANT CROWN:
Follow your dentist’s instructions to help us make sure your treatment stays successful. If your dental insurance doesn’t cover night guards or if you do not have insurance, let the front desk know this PROMO CODE 7546, and you will receive a DISCOUNT OF 15%