Night Guards

Does your jaw or teeth hurt when you wake up in the morning?  Do you have difficulty opening your mouth when you wake up?  Are your teeth sensitive to cold drinks?  Do your muscles ache or do you suffer from headaches when you wake up?   

 If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you may be grinding your teeth at night.  This condition is known as bruxism.  Bruxing or tooth grinding can wear away tooth enamel and expose the next layer of tooth structure.  A nightguard is a custom fitted acrylic material that covers either the upper or lower teeth to prevent the biting surfaces of the teeth from coming into contact.  It is easy to insert and remove, and it is easy to wear while sleeping.  It is important to combat bruxism because it can cause muscle pain, tooth wear and the need to replace fillings more often.