The Best Dental
Nightguards in Brookhaven

 

 

 

The consequences of clenching your jaw teeth grinding can be unforgiving – morning headaches, jaw pain, cracked teeth and sore muscles in your temples are just some of these. With our dental nightguard, you can get the passive protection you need against these consequences and enjoy the relief that comes with a peaceful night’s sleep.

 

About Our Dental Nightguard Services

 

A dental nightguard is also known as a dental split or mouth guard. Typically made from plastic or dual laminate, this device is designed to cover your teeth fully or partially to prevent them from making contact.

 

Using a nightguard is recommended if you clench your jaw or grind your teeth (bruxism) while sleeping. It serves as a barrier between upper and lower teeth and prevents complete jaw clenching or flexing.

 

Notably, many people who have these issues are not even aware of them. Some signs to look out for including unusual tooth sensitivity or pain, worn tooth enamel, frequently waking up at night or waking up tired after a complete night’s sleep. If you experience any of these and the aforementioned signs, it is important to seek professional help and get a dental nightguard.

 

Benefits of Professional Dental Nightguard Services

 

There are many reasons why you should choose professional nightguard services over one-size-fits-all options. Foremost, a professional nightguard is designed specifically for you, aligning to the unique contours of your mouth and teeth. A snag, customized fit will allow you to sleep through the night without causing discomfort.

 

Our patented custom nightguards’ design consists of a layer of thermoplastic material in between two layers of plastic. The purpose of the clear plastic is to allow for comfort and visibility while the thermoplastic interior protects the guard against chipping and breakage, and gives it stability.

 

Professional services also provide effective protection against the effects of teeth grinding and clenching, helping to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. Moreover, a dentist can determine the best material for your nightguard depending on the severity of your bruxism.

 

What to Expect at Your Dental Nightguard Appointment

 

At your initial appointment, our dentist will assess your oral health and check for signs of bruxism as well as the extent of damage. Once they have a clear understanding of your needs, they will get an impression of your bottom and top teeth, using this to make a plaster cast.

 

After sending the cast to a dental lab and waiting for a period of one to two weeks, your next visit will be a fitting appointment. If the fit is right, it should not cause any discomfort or trigger any pressure points. The dentist might make minor adjustments to smooth out rough edges and get it just right for your comfort and convenience.

 

During this appointment, you will get guidelines for wearing, cleaning and storing the mouth guard. On subsequent visits, the dentist will find out whether you have experienced any improvements in symptoms. Over time, you may need to replace the guard when it starts to lose its protective qualities or break down.

 

Why Choose Brookhaven Dental Associates?

 

Brookhaven Dental Associates cares just as much about your oral health as you do. We take a proactive, preventative approach to tackle potential dental problems at the root before they become serious issues.

 

Our approach to oral health care is patient-centric, and we place your needs and preferences front and center when creating treatment plans. We undertake all procedures in adherence to the highest standards of safety, with stringent sterilization practices to give you the best possible care.

 

Furthermore, our team undergoes continuous training and uses cutting edge equipment and the latest techniques to optimize treatment outcomes. No matter what your oral health needs are, you can count on us to deliver nothing short of exceptional.

 

For more information about our dental nightguard services, feel free to contact us today.

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