Teeth Grinding Treatment

When it comes to protecting our patient’s teeth, nothing comes closer in effectiveness and convenience than a custom-made mouth guard, bite guard, or night guard. Mouth guards are used to protect the natural teeth and dental restorations from damage caused by activities or behaviors that pose a risk to the teeth. Madden Dental’s patients might benefit from a custom night guard or bite guard if they participate in high-impact sports activities or if they show signs of nighttime clenching or grinding (bruxism).

Custom night guards are the choice of Dr. Madden who understands the importance of an accurate fit when protecting their patients’ teeth. Unlike over-the-counter ‘boil and bite’ mouth guards, our custom guards are designed to protect far more than the tooth enamel; they can help shield the soft tissues of the mouth against bruising, lacerations, and even nerve damage. Since our mouth guards are hand-processed, they also tend to be low-profile and offer a better fit for the comfort of your patients at an affordable price.

We can produce bite guards for patients of all ages. At Bellaire Dental, our team takes an oral impression of your teeth to fabricate the specific guard to meet your needs. We provide a quick turn around time, sometimes we even finish the guard in the same day. Our office will create a custom guard that protects the teeth and gums and is also comfortable to wear and resistant to slippage. They are very easy to care for – even for the youngest of patients. Simply rinse it with cold water before and after each wear using a soft-bristled toothbrush and paste. Then, keep it stored in its ventilated container in a room-temperature environment.

Keep in mind that young patients may need to be re-fit for a new custom mouth guard from time to time as they grow and their dentition changes. Dr. Madden may suggest that his patients bring their mouth guards with them to future dental visits for inspection and to ensure the guard continues to provide a comfortable and effective fit. Although durable and designed to last, all mouth guards inevitably need to be replaced from time to time due to normal wear and tear or changes in a person’s dentition. Call Madden Dental today to come in for an evaluation to learn more about which mouth guard is right for you.