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Mouth guards
Mouth guards are coverings used to protect teeth from injury caused by grinding or sport.
Whilst you can buy a standard mouth guard at most sporting shops, adjusting these for a good fit is difficult.
To ensure a perfect fit, a custom made protector can be made for you in the surgery. This involves taking an imprint of your teeth, which is used to mould the mouth guard providing you a customised guard that provides the best comfort and protection.
Most mouth guards cover upper teeth only, however lower jaw guards can also be made. Your guard should be comfortable, durable and easy to clean and should not restrict breathing.
Night guards
They are hard coverings used to protect teeth from damage caused by grinding while you are asleep.
Research showed that 60%-70% of the population grind their teeth during the night (different strengths at different stages of life), sometime the grinding is loud enough to be heard by a partner or someone who sleeps next to the grinder.
Grinding or clenching teeth which is also called bruxism, causes a number of problems such as: Wearing out of teeth, cracking of back teeth, breakage of restorations and severe damage to the jaw joint leading to clicking of the joints, headaches and pain.
Occlusal splints (Night Guards) reduce the grinding of your teeth during the night and with new materials on the market it is very easy to wear and tolerate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we recommend custom mouth and night guards at Edgecliff Dental Care?
We provide custom made mouth guards and occlusal splints to protect against teeth grinding, clenching or sports related dental injury. These devices fit precisely and reduce wear on teeth, jaw pain and damage to restorations.
Who benefits from having a custom night guard?
We recommend them for patients who grind or clench their teeth at night, those with jaw tension or headaches and for athletes involved in impact or contact sports. Custom guards offer superior comfort and long term protection compared with store bought boil and bite options.
What can I expect when getting fitted and how do I care for my guard?
We begin with an oral assessment and take impressions or digital scans. The custom guard is created to fit your bite precisely. You might experience mild jaw discomfort early on but that usually settles quickly. We advise daily gentle cleaning, nightly wear and regular checks to ensure fit remains optimal.