Mouth Guards for Teeth Grinding Louisville, KY

Though MINT dentistry is widely known for smile transformations, we also offer several proactive treatments to protect your mouth from dental concerns. Jaw clenching and teeth grinding (also called bruxism) at night is a common issue that creates problems in your teeth, gums, and jaw. Although the most visible sign of damage is wear or damage to the surface of the teeth, nocturnal bruxism can manifest as symptoms like loose teeth, frequent headaches, inflammation, as well as chronic pain in your head and neck. Our team of board-certified dentists recommends night guards that are custom-made to protect your mouth while you sleep. Night guards are made with top-quality materials utilizing cutting-edge technology to fit you comfortably and prevent damage caused by teeth grinding and jaw clenching so you can get a better night’s sleep. Get more information about how night guards can help you at MINT dentistry by scheduling a consultation at our office in Louisville, KY.

There are several signs of nocturnal bruxism (clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth at night). A night guard may help if you tend to have headaches upon waking, as well as tightness, pain, or swelling in your lower face. Some other signs that suggest you may need a night guard are loose teeth or fillings, ground-down enamel on your molars, tooth sensitivity, and receding gums. Nocturnal bruxism is often stress-related, but it may also be the result of a sleep disorder, allergies, misaligned teeth, or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). While your MINT dental team is assessing your bruxism, we also look for the contributing factors, which help us to develop the most effective plan for your treatment.

An oral health exam will be performed to determine if you will benefit from a night guard. You will be asked to relax in one of our treatment chairs with a pair of MINT sunglasses and Beats headphones while your exam is underway. Once the MINT dentistry team diagnoses your bruxism, we will take digital x-rays and impressions of your teeth so your custom night guard can be designed. We will send the information and design to a dental laboratory where your guard will be created with advanced technology from high-quality materials. As soon as your guard is sent back to us, you will be scheduled for a fitting at our Louisville, KY office. Your dentist might make slight alterations to your night guard, so it's more comfortable. We will also give you instructions on how to care for your guard, so it remains in good condition for as long as possible.

For optimal results, you should wear your night guard as recommended by your MINT dentist. Your night guard should greatly reduce the pain and dental problems caused by nocturnal bruxism, but if not, contact our office right away. To help keep your mouth and night guard healthy, we recommend that you brush your guard and teeth before and after each use. Your night guard should be brought into all of your exams and cleanings so we can make adjustments or repairs.

Dental insurance may cover a portion of your costs once you have been diagnosed with a dental condition, like nocturnal bruxism. We will talk to your insurance company to understand how much your policy will cover. During your consultation, we will be able to estimate your costs. In order to have your night guard fit into your budget, our office takes several forms of payment and we can help you find medical financing. We are dedicated to helping all patients in Louisville, KY achieve great oral health. If you don't have PPO dental insurance, get more information on the MINT Discount Plan.

At MINT dentistry, we understand how frustrating it is to wake up with uncomfortable symptoms from clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth when you are asleep. A custom night guard is a simple treatment to get better sleep by treating the symptoms of clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth while you sleep. Night guards by MINT dentistry can help to prevent expensive problems and keep your whole mouth safe. To learn more about nocturnal bruxism and night guards, contact our practice in Louisville, KY to schedule an appointment with a board-certified MINT dentist.