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Custom Night GuardsNight Guard – For Teeth Grinding at Night
A night guard serves many different purposes:
Teeth clenching and grinding doesn’t always happen at night. One of the causes is stress, so some people will unknowingly do so while they are driving or at work. In this case, they may need a grinding guard for preventative measures. What Happens if I Don’t Get a Night Guard?The purpose of night guards is to be preventative so you can avoid chipping or fracturing your teeth. It also stops the erosion of your teeth which can emulate premature aging. If you don’t wear a night guard, you may be putting yourself at risk for more extensive restorative dentistry down the road. How Much Does a Custom Fitted Night Guard Cost?Custom night guards are only available through your dental professional. Due to their preventative nature, night guards are often a benefit covered by most insurance plans. To determine coverage please don’t hesitate to ask for an estimate on your custom fitted night guard. Regardless of the presence or absence of dental insurance, not only will a night guard appliance improve your quality of sleep, it may deter more expensive dentistry in the future. How Do Night Guards Work?
How Can You Help Prevent Teeth Grinding?In addition to wearing a night guard, we also recommend lifestyle improvements to help decrease your stress levels like exercising, meditation, yoga and more. Reducing your smoking and alcohol consumption is also helpful because they have been identified as risk factors to teeth grinding as well.
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