Night Guards

If you find yourself clenching or grinding your teeth, investing in a high-quality mouth guard is one of the best solutions to treat bruxism!

Bruxism is one of the dental conditions where the individual may grind, gnash, or clench the teeth. If you have bruxism, you may either unconsciously clench your teeth when you’re awake, called awake bruxism, or grind them during sleep, called sleep bruxism.

Mild bruxism does not require much treatment; however, frequent and severe bruxism leads to jaw disorders, headaches, damaged teeth and other problems and definitely requires proper treatment.

The dentist’s team at D’Arcy Dental understands the importance of proactive measures for oral health. That’s why we provide custom night guards as a part of our preventive dentistry approach to help you avoid the symptoms caused due to bruxism. Mouth guards are dental appliances designed to cover and protect your teeth.

A mouth guard is used for different purposes, not just for treating dental conditions. Usually, there are two types of mouthguards: store-bought and custom-made. Custom-made is preferred over store-bought because it is designed to fit your teeth. Store-bought mouthguards are cheaper but not as effective as custom-made ones.

• Mouthguards for sports
• Mouth guards for night-time grinding
• Mouth guards for snoring and sleep apnea

Mouthguards not only benefit people with bruxism but also have various applications, including treating sleep apnea. The mouth guards can be worn at any time of the day; however, people with TMJ disorders or bruxism often clench or grind their teeth during sleep, so it is common to wear them at night. Here are some benefits of wearing mouthguards:

• Reduced risk of dental damage
• Enhanced oral health habits
• Early detection of dental issues
• Comprehensive dental examination
• Indirect detection of general health concerns
• Prevention of other dental problems

At D’Arcy Dental Clinic, we have the tools and equipment to prepare individually designed mouthguards of your fit. Customising the mouth guard is seamless, and you’ll be scheduled for a 30 – 45 minute appointment to take a custom impression of your mouth.

Our professionals will fabricate the mouth guard from the taken impression, and after 1-2 days, the mouth guard will be ready. If you feel discomfort, the dentist will adjust it to ensure the mouth guard fits perfectly for sleeping.

Mouth guards can pick up bacteria from the mouth, and that’s why it is essential to clean it properly. Here are tips from our professional dentists that will help you keep your mouth guard in optimum condition for a long time:

• Clean your teeth thoroughly before putting a mouth guard on.
• Avoid exposing your mouth guard to extreme heat, like from direct sunlight and hot water. It can cause it to warp and change its shape.
• Keep your mouth guard in a sturdy, vented plastic case when not in use.
• Ensure to rinse your mouth guard in cool water and use a brush and soapy water to clean it after every use. After cleaning, keep it in an open space for drying.
• Keep your mouth guard out of the reach of your pets.

Mouth guards are perfect for preserving your teeth; however, invisible teeth braces are one of the best options if you have misaligned or crooked teeth. At D’Arcy Dental, we provide comprehensive dental services at cost-effective rates. Schedule an appointment today to prepare your customised mouthguard as soon as possible.