Nightguards for Bruxism Fort Worth
No More Teeth Grinding
You have a great deal of control over your oral health, but there may be some things that are beyond your ability to influence. For example, you might engage in bruxism while you sleep. Over time, this habit can be devastating to your oral health! The good news is that our Fort Worth team offers custom nightguards for bruxism. They can greatly reduce the risk of damage to your smile. Continue reading below to learn more, or contact us directly to request a consultation.
What Is Bruxism?
Bruxism is basically a fancy name for teeth grinding and clenching. While it can happen during waking hours, it is also very common at night, when a person is sleeping. Left unchecked, it can increase your risk of broken teeth, premature wear and tear on your enamel, TMJ disorder, and other oral health issues.
You might be a bruxer if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms:
- Your partner hears you grinding your teeth at night.
- You often wake up with a sore jaw.
- Your teeth are unusually sensitive.
- You often wake up with a headache or earache.
How Do Nightguards Work?
A nightguard is simply a custom-made oral appliance. It kind of resembles a mouthguard that you would wear for sports. However, its goal is not to protect the teeth from outside forces. It protects the teeth from themselves! It places a protective barrier between your upper and lower teeth so they can no longer cause mutual harm.
If we determine that you are a good candidate for a nightguard, you can expect a pretty easy and straightforward appointment process. We will take impressions of your mouth so your appliance is a perfect fit for your unique teeth. A trustworthy local laboratory will then fabricate your nightguard.
Once the nightguard is ready, we will verify that it fits you well before you start using it. Make it a habit to wear it every night. If you have any questions about how to care for it or adjust to wearing it, you are welcome to ask our team.
The Benefits of Nightguards
Nightguards offer some outstanding benefits:
- Prevent dental damage. By protecting your teeth from breakage, cracks, and wear and tear, a nightguard can spare you from pain and help you save money on dental treatments.
- Custom nightguards are more comfortable than over-the-counter options, and they place less strain on your jaw as well.
- Improved health. A nightguard can reduce the risk of TMJ disorder, a problem with the jaw joints that can cause headaches and a range of other problems.
- Non-invasive care. The process of designing a nightguard is non-invasive and very easy for patients.
