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What Are Night Guards?
Bruxism, or grinding your teeth while you sleep, is an everyday issue that affects many men and women. Even though the most obvious indicator is deterioration of the enamel of the teeth, nocturnal bruxism might also lead to inflammation, headaches, and tooth pain, plus discomfort in your neck and jaw. To guard your mouth from the effects of bruxism, dentist Dr. Jeffrey Weller provides customized night guards that defend your teeth while you rest. Custom night guards are made with materials that fit comfortably in your mouth and improve the nature of your sleep by diminishing jaw clenching and teeth grinding. If you would like to learn more about custom night guards at Weller Dental, set up a consultation at our Chicago or Hinsdale, IL dental practice. Dr. Weller and his trained team can help you protect your smile and diminish the unpleasant symptoms associated with bruxism.
Am I A Candidate for A Night Guard?
A number of symptoms may indicate that you are grinding your teeth and/or clenching your jaw while you sleep. You might wake up in the morning with tightness and pain in your jaw, or a headache, and facial swelling. Other indicators are loosened teeth and/or fillings, chipped enamel on your back teeth, a receding gumline, and tooth sensitivity. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching at night are often caused by stress, but could also be brought on by misaligned teeth, allergies, a sleep disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder (called TMD). As Dr. Weller makes your bruxism diagnosis, he will also try to find out the cause so that your night guard therapy can be coupled with other treatments for the best possible outcomes.
What Can I Expect During My Night Guard Consultation?
After Dr. Weller makes your bruxism diagnosis, he will obtain oral impressions and digital oral x-rays to create your custom night guards. Next, he will send your specifications to a special dental lab that partners with our facility to provide comfortable and specialized night guards for our patients. After your night guard is finished and sent back to our office, you will return to our office for a fitting. Dr. Weller might make small adjustments so that it fits properly and comfortably. He will also give specific instructions on how to properly care for your night guard so it will last many years.
Night Guards Reviews
Dentists should be listed as primary care providers, I see Dr. Weller 3 times a year for cleanings. He’s invested the latest technology in his two offices as well as educating himself and staff. He’s corrected my bite as well as well as made me a night guard. He correctly diagnosed acid reflux as the reason for wear and tear on my teeth. Oh, to those who brag they never had a cavity... 🤭😉
Dentists should be listed as primary care providers, I see Dr. Weller 3 times a year for cleanings. He’s invested the latest technology in his two offices as well as educating himself and staff. He’s corrected my bite as well as well as made me a night guard. He correctly diagnosed acid reflux as the reason for wear and tear on my teeth. Oh, to those who brag they never had a cavity... 🤭😉
Dentists should be listed as primary care providers, I see Dr. Weller 3 times a year for cleanings. He’s invested the latest technology in his two offices as well as educating himself and staff. He’s corrected my bite as well as well as made me a night guard. He correctly diagnosed acid reflux as the reason for wear and tear on my teeth. Oh, to those who brag they never had a cavity... 😉
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Total Reviews
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Plan Your Procedure
Treatments start at
from $800.00
Recovery Time
None
How Long It Takes
1 Hour
Follow Up Time
2 Weeks
What To Expect After Your Night Guard Fitting
For maximum night guard efficiency, you must wear it each night. Your night guard should diminish or alleviate the discomfort and dental complications created by bruxism, but if it doesn't, please inform our staff so Dr. Weller can address additional issues and try other options. In order to help keep your mouth and night guard in pristine condition, we recommend that you clean and care for both your mouth and night guard prior to and after each use. We also ask that you bring your night guard to all future dental appointments so Dr. Weller can adjust and repair the guard as necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do custom night guards compare to over-the-counter mouth guards?
Custom night guards at Weller Dental are tailored to fit your teeth precisely, providing better comfort and protection compared to over-the-counter options. They are made from durable materials and are designed to last longer, ensuring a more effective solution for teeth grinding and jaw clenching.
How often should I replace my night guard?
Night guards typically need to be replaced every 2 – 3 years, depending on wear and tear. Dr. Burns can assess your night guard's condition during each visit to our office and advise you when it needs to be replaced.
Can children or teenagers use night guards?
Children and teenagers can use night guards if they exhibit signs of teeth grinding or jaw clenching. A consultation with Dr. Burns at Weller Dental will help determine the necessity and ensure a proper fit for younger patients.
Will Insurance Cover My Night Guard?
Once you receive a bruxism diagnosis, some of the cost of your night guard may be paid for by your dental insurance provider. If you have dental insurance, our insurance coordinator will contact your insurance carrier to determine your benefits and coverage. At your preliminary appointment, a member of our team will give you information about our accepted payment methods as well as your costs, with or without insurance. To help you afford your dental care, Weller Dental can help you to qualify for medical financing.
Ready for a consultation?
Grinding your teeth can lead to pain and discomfort in a variety of ways. Night guards are a way to lessen the stress created by the unpleasant side effects of jaw clenching and teeth grinding. Specialized night guards from Weller Dental might also advance your overall oral health and ward off future complications. If you think night guards may be the solution you seek or you want to learn more, connect with our staff in Chicago or Hinsdale, IL to set up an appointment with dentist Dr. Weller.