Night GuardsIn Waukee, IA
Are you grinding and clenching your teeth at night? Give your smile some relief with our custom night guards.
What is a night guard?
Night guards are a protective solution for patients that subconsciously grind and clench their teeth while they sleep. These custom-made accessories work as a soft barrier between your teeth to prevent painful clenching and grinding overnight. When biting down, the night guard eases the tension between your jaw muscles and shields your teeth from enamel erosion. Wearing your custom night guard can alleviate the painful side effects of the clenching and grinding, so you can sleep with ease.
Goop-Free Impressions
With our 3D Scanner, we can take a non-invasive 3D scan that captures the form and structure of your mouth for custom-fit night guards. It’s a fully digital process — no putty necessary.
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Affordable, Accessible Care
It's our goal to keep care in line with your budget, so you can save on your smile.
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Material Options for Every Budget
Advanced Tools for Precise Care
While traditional x-rays provide 2-dimensional images, our Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) can capture a 360 view of your jaw, teeth, and mouth. This unparalleled precision allows us to provide the most accurate diagnosis for your unique condition.
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Types of night guards
Soft Night Guard
A soft night guard is a custom-made compressible mouthpiece created using 3D printing in our studio. Patients experiencing mild cases of night clenching and grinding may be prescribed a soft night guard. This type of night guard provides gentle protection against teeth contact and preserves alignment. The soft material cushions the teeth’s clenching forces and can ease jaw muscle tension.
Dual Laminate Night Guard
A dual laminate night guard is a custom-made, semi-rigid mouthpiece created in a lab outside the office. This night guard is suited for patients experiencing more severe night clenching and grinding. A dual laminate night guard is soft on the inside and hard on the outside, offering cushiony protection and strong durability. This long-lasting appliance is a great option for patients that are looking for a solution to their severe mouth clenching and grinding.
Acrylic Night Guard
An acrylic night guard is a custom-made, rigid mouthpiece made in our studio. This appliance is a great option for patients who suffer from heavy, severe night clenching and are in need of a long-lasting guard. Because it is entirely made of hard acrylic material, the acrylic night guard is rigid and non-compressible, making it the most durable night guard available.
How it works: The night guard treatment process
Consultation
At your consultation, we will determine if night guards are right for you. We will examine your mouth for unusual wear spots on your teeth and any visible indicators related to teeth grinding or clenching.
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3D Scans
We will digitally scan your teeth using our 3D intraoral scanner. The scan captures a precise model of your teeth and bite, without the need for traditional impression trays. Once the scan is complete, your custom night guard is designed and 3D printed in-house, allowing for a highly accurate fit and same-day results.
Fitting and Adjustments
Once the night guard is ready, we will place the night guard in your mouth to ensure proper fitting. You will also receive accessories and homecare instructions for long-lasting, durable wear.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
Chronic stress can cause jaw muscles to tighten during sleep. This tension clenches the teeth together, which can then grate the upper and lower rows against each other in a grinding motion. If this persistent clenching and grinding go untreated, it can erode the enamel, compromise the integrity of your teeth, and cause excruciating pain. This is where night guards come in. A custom-made night guard will protect your teeth from touching each other and wearing down the enamel, preventing further harm on your teeth and jaw.
Soft night guards are made of a cushiony material, which is typically less durable than acrylic or dual laminate night guards. The longevity of your night guard will depend on the severity of your teeth grinding and how well you care for it. On average, night guards last between 2 and 5 years. It is important to wear your guard each night to help maintain its fit and preserve your tooth alignment. If you stop wearing your night guard for an extended period, your teeth can shift and the guard may no longer fit properly. In that case, a visit to our studio for a new guard or an alignment check will be necessary.
Yes. Night guards endure nightly wear and tear and will eventually need to be repaired or replaced. It is common for your teeth to shift over time, so an annual visit to ensure your night guard is properly aligning is suggested. If you notice any cracks, tears, or deformations, contact us to replace your night guard.
The cost of night guards is different for each patient. Factors that may affect the cost of your night guard include the guard material and more. At Express Dental Studio our night guards start at $199. The best way to find out how much you’ll pay for your custom night guard is to schedule a consultation with us.
