Night Guards in Wichita Falls, TX

Teeth grinding at night, also known as bruxism, is a common problem that affects many people. While the most noticeable sign of damage is wear on the surface of the teeth, nocturnal bruxism can also cause headaches, tooth pain, inflammation, as well as discomfort in your jaw and neck. To protect your mouth against these effects of teeth grinding, our team of certified dentists offer custom night guards that can defend your mouth while you sleep. Custom night guards are made from high-quality materials to fit comfortably and help improve the quality of your sleep by reducing teeth grinding and jaw clenching. For more information about custom night guards at Stone Lake Dental, schedule an appointment at our Wichita Falls, TX office.

There are many signs that you may be grinding your teeth and/or clenching your jaw at night. You may wake up with a headache, tightness or pain in your jaw, and swelling in your lower face. Other signs include loose teeth or fillings, worn down enamel on the top of your back teeth, tooth sensitivity, and a receding gumline. Teeth grinding and clenching at night are typically caused by stress, but it may also be the result of allergies, misaligned teeth, a sleep disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). When your Stone Lake Dental dentist is diagnosing your bruxism, they will also try to determine the cause so your night guard may be combined with another treatment for more effective results.

After bruxism is diagnosed, impressions and digital x-rays will be taken of your mouth so your custom night guard can be created. Stone Lake Dental will send your information to a dental laboratory where your night guard will be crafted out of high-quality materials. When your night guard is sent back to our office, you will come in to have it fitted. Minor adjustments may be made so that your night guard fits comfortably. We will also give you instructions on how to care for your night guard so it lasts a long time.

For your night guard to be effective, you need to wear it every night. Your night guard will minimize or eliminate the pain and dental problems caused by bruxism, but if not, please contact our office so our dental team can look for other issues or try other treatments. To help keep your mouth and night guard healthy, you should properly clean your teeth and guard before and after each use. Your night guard should be brought in to all future appointments so adjustments or repairs can be made as needed.

If you have been diagnosed with nocturnal bruxism or jaw clenching, part of the cost of your night guard could be covered by your dental insurance. If you have dental insurance, our office can contact your insurance carrier to confirm your coverage and costs. During your consultation, we can discuss cost estimates, with or without dental insurance, and payment methods. To make your treatment more affordable, Stone Lake Dental can help you apply for medical financing.

Teeth grinding can cause discomfort and pain in a variety of ways. Night guards are a great option to diminish the sleepless nights caused by the negative symptoms of nocturnal bruxism and jaw clenching. Custom night guards from Stone Lake Dental can also improve the overall health of your mouth and prevent future issues. If you think that this might be the remedy for you or you would like to learn more, contact our office in Wichita Falls, TX to book a consultation.