What is a Nightguard?

A nightguard is an oral appliance that is worn at night and is designed to protect the teeth from grinding. Nightguards can also help alleviate jaw pain, headaches, neck pain, and problems related to TMJ.

How is a Nightguard made?

At our office, we make a nightguard with a model of your teeth. It’s the exact same model that we use to create a dental crown.

We take impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental lab to make a custom nightguard. The dental lab technicians will create a model from the impression of your teeth. This model is used to make a custom nightguard.

Once it’s made the dental lab technicians will place it in an oven at 450 degrees. The heat will harden the nightguard, making it a solid form.

The final step is to remove the nightguard from the oven and let it cool for 30 minutes. Once it’s cool, we’ll fit it to your teeth and make any final adjustments.

Benefits of a Nightguard

A nightguard is a removable oral appliance that you wear while sleeping to prevent damage to your teeth and jaw. Nightguards, or occlusal guards, are beneficial if you suffer from bruxism, or teeth grinding. Nightguards also help keep teeth aligned properly, and can reduce tooth wear and sensitivity.

When do I use a Nightguard?

When patients grind their teeth, it can cause a number of dental problems, including:

How much does a Nightguard cost?

The price of a nightguard can vary, mostly depending on the materials. Most patients pay between $500 and $1000 for a custom nightguard. However, if dental coverage is provided, then the cost may be covered.

How do I take care of my Nightguard?

The nightguard is durable and can last several years, as long as you take care of it properly.

You should rinse off any debris or debris from the nightguard before placing it back in your mouth. You can do this with mouthwash, water, or even toothpaste.

You should clean your nightguard periodically using a denture cleaner or mild soap. Do not use toothpaste, though—you might damage the appliance.

The nightguard is fragile, so you should avoid biting down on hard or sticky foods, like candy or gum.

Can I find affordable Nightguard

Yes, you can find affordable Nightguards. But you should still consider what you are paying for. A Nightguard is not like over the counter pain medicine. A Nightguard is a custom-made device designed to protect your teeth from damage and pain.

A Nightguard may cost less at your dentist’s office, but you are getting a device that is custom fit to your mouth. The fit may be more precise and more comfortable than an over the counter Nightguard.