Night Guards in Los Angeles, CA
If you suffer from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder or chronically grind or clench your teeth, a night guard might be just what you need to prevent serious damage to your oral health. At Century City Smiles & Orthodontics, Shawn Saidian, DDS, and Tania Ohebsion, DDS, provide custom night guards to patients throughout the Greater Los Angeles area. Start protecting your smile today by calling (310) 552-2724 or booking online.
Book OnlineWhat Is a Night Guard?
A night guard is a removable oral device designed to protect your smile. It’s custom-built from an impression of your mouth, so it fits snugly on your teeth, and it’s made from smooth, flexible plastic so it rests comfortably in your mouth. You wear your night guard while sleeping to give your teeth and mouth extra protection from conditions like bruxism and TMJ disorder.
What Conditions Does a Night Guard Treat?
The team at Century City Smiles & Orthodontics can prescribe a night guard for a variety of conditions, including bruxism and TMJ disorder.
Bruxism
Bruxism is a condition where you habitually grind or clench your teeth, most often during the night while you sleep. It can be caused by sleep disorders, an abnormal bite, and stress or anxiety, and it can lead to oral health concerns like:
- Headaches
- Pain in your jaw
- Worn-down teeth
- Cracks, chips, or fractures in your teeth
- Loose teeth
While a night guard won’t stop you from grinding, it does mitigate the damage that bruxism causes by placing a soft, flexible barrier between your teeth, preventing them from grinding against one another. This also helps protect any restorations like crowns and veneers.
TMJ Disorder
Your temporomandibular joint connects your skull and lower jawbone. TMJ disorder impairs the proper functioning of that joint, causing pain and tenderness in your jaw and face and making it difficult to fully open or close your mouth. In many cases, TMJ disorder is caused or aggravated by bruxism, so a night guard can reduce the damage and alleviate some of your symptoms.
How Do I Get a Night Guard?
Getting a night guard is a quick, easy process. The team takes an impression of your mouth and sends it to a dental lab, which uses it as a blueprint to fabricate your custom guard. Because it’s made from an impression of your unique smile, your night guard fits perfectly and comfortably.
Schedule your appointment for a night guard at Century City Smiles & Orthodontics today by calling (310) 552-2724 or booking online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a night guard?
A night guard is a custom-made, removable oral device worn while you sleep. It protects your teeth and mouth from the damage caused by grinding, clenching, and TMJ disorder.
Who needs a night guard?
Night guards are ideal for people who grind or clench their teeth (bruxism) or who suffer from TMJ disorder. If you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or worn teeth, a night guard may help.
Will a night guard stop me from grinding my teeth?
A night guard won’t stop the grinding itself, but it places a protective barrier between your teeth that prevents them from grinding against one another, minimizing damage and discomfort.
Is a night guard comfortable to wear?
Yes. Because your night guard is custom-made from an impression of your mouth, it fits snugly and comfortably. It’s made from smooth, flexible plastic designed for nighttime wear.
How is a night guard made?
The team takes an impression of your mouth and sends it to a dental lab, which fabricates your custom guard. This ensures a perfect, comfortable fit tailored to your unique smile.
How do I get a night guard?
Call (310) 552-2724 or request an appointment online to schedule a consultation. The team will determine if a night guard is right for you and take the impressions needed to create it.