Nightguards are protective devices used to prevent damage to the teeth from grinding at night when a person sleeps. Some people suffer from bruxism, a problem where people unconsciously grind or clench their teeth (during the day and/or night).

If you often find yourself waking up with a sore jaw, headaches, or earaches, then you may suffer from bruxism. In this case, a nightguard could be right for you!

Bruxism and clenching can lead to other sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and can affect the quality of sleep of both the person affected by it and any potential bed partners.

Many people suffer from bruxism/clenching and don't even realize it! Common signs of teeth grinding include:

• Sore facial muscles
• Headaches in the morning
• Locked or tired jaw
• Sensitive, fractured, and/or flattened teeth

In addition, some risk factors of bruxism/clenching include:

• Stress: people are more likely to grind their teeth when they are stressed
• Age: bruxism is more common in children
• Aggressive/hyperactive personality type
• Family history of bruxism

If you feel that you may suffer from bruxism or clenching, please don't hesitate to contact us for a nightguard's appointment.

Similar to mouthguards, nightguards work by protecting the teeth from trauma with a thin plastic layer. Nightguards from our Concorde Dental office are custom-fitted to your mouth for maximum comfort and safety.

Again, while over-the-counter nightguards are available (and tempting because they are convenient), our North York dentist does not recommend them because they are not durable, can hinder breathing and speech, and are not as effective.

Book an appointment at Concorde Dental in North York today to get a custom-fitted nightguard and protect your teeth from damage!