Our team may recommend night guards if you grind and clench your teeth at night. This oral appliance covers your teeth, preventing them from touching so that you can avoid tooth damage and keep your smile healthy. To make an appointment with our dentist and learn more about night guards in Abilene, Kansas, call Abilene Dental Arts today at 785-571-9348.

Night guards are a type of oral appliance used to protect your teeth while you sleep. These customized mouth guards are most frequently used to treat bruxism (habitual teeth grinding and clenching) but may also be recommended for TMJ disorders or other problems. While bruxism can occur at any time, it is most common at night. As a result, many individuals who have bruxism are unaware of the condition because it occurs while they are asleep.

Common signs of nighttime teeth grinding and clenching include:

• Chronic jaw, facial and ear pain
• Frequent migraines and tension headaches
• A tired or tight feeling in the jaw when waking up
• Excessive tooth wear
• Chipped, flat, cracked or worn teeth
• Indentations on the sides of the tongue
• Increased tooth sensitivity

Night guards prevent your teeth from grinding against each other while you sleep, helping you avoid tooth damage and other problems that affect your oral health and function. If you are diagnosed with bruxism and wish to receive a night guard, our dentist will take impressions of your mouth in order to custom design your appliance so that you can enjoy the best results possible.

If you have any questions about night guards, please give us a call and make an appointment. We are committed to helping you sleep peacefully while protecting your teeth.