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​Night Guards
Protect your teeth and relieve jaw tension with a custom night guard. Designed to prevent grinding and clenching, night guards help reduce wear, discomfort, and headaches. We tailor each night guard for maximum comfort and protection, ensuring your smile stays healthy and strong.
​Protect Your Teeth From
Grinding & Clenching
Night guards are custom-made dental appliances designed to protect your teeth from grinding (bruxism) and clenching while you sleep. These thin yet durable dental devices create a barrier between your upper and lower teeth to prevent enamel wear, fractures, and jaw pain. Without a night guard, persistent grinding can lead to tooth sensitivity, headaches, and long-term damage. We customizes each night guard to fit comfortably and effectively, ensuring optimal protection while maintaining your natural bite and overall oral health.
​Benefits of Night Guards
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Protecting teeth from grinding and clenching during sleep
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Reducing wear and tear on enamel, preserving tooth structure
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Alleviating jaw pain, tension, and TMJ-related discomfort
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Minimizing headaches and facial soreness caused by bruxism
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Protecting dental restorations like crowns, veneers, and implants
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Improving sleep quality by reducing muscle strain and discomfort
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Preventing costly dental repairs from excessive grinding
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Maintaining a healthy, natural bite alignment over time
​We take a highly precise approach to crafting your night guard. First, we examine your teeth, jaw, and bite alignment to check for signs of grinding, enamel wear, and muscle tension. Then, we take an impression to create an exact model of your teeth.
​This impression is sent to a high-precision dental lab to fabricate your custom night guard using durable, biocompatible material. Once ready, we fine-tune the fit, ensuring comfort and optimal protection.
​The Night Guard Process
​Can a Night Guard Help With TMJ Pain?
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Yes! A properly fitted night guard can help relieve TMJ-related pain by reducing pressure on the jaw joint, relaxing facial muscles, and preventing excessive grinding or clenching. We customize each guard to ensure optimal support for your bite and jaw alignment.​
​Night Guard FAQs
How Do I Know If I
Need a Night Guard?
If you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or tooth sensitivity, you may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night. We can assess your teeth for signs of wear, cracks, or muscle tension and determine if a night guard is necessary to prevent further damage.
What's the Difference Between a
Custom Night Guard
& an Over-the-Counter One?
Over-the-counter night guards are one-size-fits-all and often bulky, uncomfortable, or ineffective. A custom night guard is designed specifically for your bite, ensuring a precise fit, better protection, and long-term durability.
How Long Does a
Night Guard Last?
With proper care, a high-quality custom night guard can last several years. However, grinding intensity varies, and some patients may need replacements sooner. We will monitor its condition during your routine visits.
Will Wearing a Night Guard
Feel Uncomfortable?
A properly fitted night guard should feel comfortable and secure. It may take a few nights to adjust, but we ensure your guard is thin, lightweight, and custom-molded to minimize discomfort while protecting your teeth.
How Do I Clean My Night Guard?
Rinse it with cold water after each use and brush it with a soft toothbrush (no toothpaste). Let it dry before storing it in a ventilated case. Avoid hot water, which can warp the material.
​Why You Should Choose Us
Advanced Dentistry and Periodontics of Antioch is a dental practice that puts your health and comfort first. Led by Dr. Simkins and Dr. Reyes, we provide one-on-one, personalized care using the latest technology and advanced techniques for cosmetic dental care. Every treatment plan is tailored to your needs—never rushed, never cookie-cutter. Schedule a consultation today, and let Dr. Simkins and Dr. Reyes help you achieve the smile you deserve.