Custom night guards

There are several different types of night guards, but the most common is made of transparent hard plastic. The night guard is designed according to the need or diagnosis being treated. Pain in the jaw joint and jaw muscles as well as headaches are common symptoms.

The guard also functions as a "shock absorber" when you grind or clench your teeth at night. For patients who grind a lot and hard, the guard also serves as protection against wear on teeth and dental restorations. For problems with snoring and sleep apnea, a specially designed guard can also be very effective.

A "shock-absorbing" night guard is adapted and designed according to your teeth and fitted with great precision so that you bite evenly on it. The guard is usually used when you sleep but can also be used during waking hours for those who need it.

There are several signs that you may need a night guard. We recommend seeking help if you have tension headaches, tired jaws, facial pain, temple or jaw pain, and pain when yawning or chewing. This is usually most noticeable in the morning when you wake up. A night guard may also be needed for lockjaw or if the jaw gets stuck. During a regular examination, your dentist will also notice if there are signs of wear on your teeth.

To get a night guard adapted to you and your conditions, you need to book an appointment with us. Then your jaw joints, jaw muscles, and bite are examined. The dentist makes an assessment of whether a night guard can be a suitable treatment. In complicated or special cases, you may be referred to a specialist dentist in bite physiology.

Most people are prescribed to use their night guard at night, but in some cases, it is also used during the day. It is always removed when you eat and when you drink anything other than water.

Guards made of hard plastic often last for several years, even with severe teeth grinding. The guards should be checked in connection with regular check-ups of your teeth. If the guard becomes defective, it needs to be adjusted or repaired, or replaced with a new one. It's important that you don't use your broken night guard as it can affect your bite.

Guards made of hard plastic often last for several years, despite heavy teeth grinding. If your night guard wears out due to, for example, grinding teeth, you will most likely need a new one and should contact your dentist. The guards can in some cases be repaired. It's important that you don't use your broken night guard as it can affect your bite.

After a few nights of use, you usually get used to the guard even though it can initially cause dry mouth and increased saliva production. The teeth may feel slightly tender at first, but these problems are also usually temporary. If you suddenly feel pain or other discomfort, you should contact your dentist who will help you adjust your guard.