Night Guards

Bruxism & Night Guards - College Point, NY Dentist

One of the treatments which Dr. Tanya Vlacancich may recommend to prevent tooth wear and protect your teeth are night guards. These custom oral appliances are designed to cover your teeth while you sleep to prevent damage from occurring due to bruxism or other factors. Call us today at 718-747-0020 to schedule your appointment with our dentist and learn more about night guards in College Point and Whitestone, New York.

A night guard is a special type of mouth guard that is used to treat bruxism, or teeth grinding and clenching. If our dentist or team suspect that you suffer from bruxism, we may recommend a night guard to protect your teeth from damage and prevent teeth grinding while you sleep. Many people who suffer from bruxism are unaware of the condition because it occurs while they sleep.

Common signs of nighttime teeth clenching and grinding include:

Chronic jaw pain, facial pain and ear pain
Awakening with a tired or tight feeling in the jaw
Frequent tension headaches and migraines
Excessive tooth wear, leading to chipped, flattened, cracked or very worn teeth
Extremely worn tooth enamel, exposing the inner layers of the tooth
Indentations on the side of the tongue
Increased tooth sensitivity

If you notice the signs of bruxism, you may benefit from a custom night guard. This night guard will be made to fit your smile comfortably and effectively, allowing you to sleep peacefully while protecting your teeth. We invite you to contact us today to learn more about night guards and how we can prevent the negative effects of teeth grinding. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care for your smile.

Do you grind your teeth at night? Tanya Vlacancich DDS offers custom fitted nightguards to protect your teeth from wear and relieve jaw tension. Call our College Point, NY dentist office today at (718) 747-0020 to learn more!