Night guards are customized oral appliances worn during sleep to alleviate TMD symptoms and prevent teeth grinding. They can also help reduce snoring, providing a dual benefit for your oral and overall health. Our closely-located family dental practice provides night guards near you to help restore comfort, oral health, and sleep health.
Night guards, also known as occlusal splints or bite guards, are custom-fitted dental appliances worn during sleep. They are designed to:
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can create painful dysfunction in the TMJ as well as the muscles involved in jaw movement. Common symptoms of TMD include:
Lovelace Family Dentistry provides night guards in Ponte Vedra Beach as a highly effective treatment for managing TMJ disorders and preventing teeth grinding, as well as reducing snoring for improved sleep quality.
Our skilled and experienced team uses the most up-to-date practices and materials to create custom-fitted night guards that address your specific needs and provide lasting relief. If you are experiencing TMJ symptoms, teeth grinding or snoring, request an appointment with us today.
A night guard is a custom-fitted oral appliance worn during sleep to alleviate symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), such as jaw pain, teeth grinding, and clenching.
By providing a cushioning effect, a night guard reduces pressure on the jaw joints and muscles, helping to prevent teeth grinding and clenching, which can exacerbate TMD symptoms.
Yes, night guards are often recommended as a first-line treatment for TMD. They can significantly reduce discomfort and protect teeth from damage caused by grinding and clenching. mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org
Our dental team will assess your condition and take impressions of your teeth to create a custom night guard that fits comfortably and effectively addresses your TMD symptoms.
At Lovelace Family Dentistry, we combine the highest quality dental care with an environment where patients will feel at home to provide the best experience possible.
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