Night guard

What does a night guard do?

A night guard is a clear splint worn by people who clench or grind their teeth during sleep (bruxism), to protect the teeth, fillings and crowns against wear and fracture. The guard does not stop clenching; it reduces the damage clenching does to the teeth.

Which signs suggest teeth clenching?

• Pain or tiredness in the jaw, temple or facial muscles on waking
• Worn teeth, chipped edges, fillings that break often
• Tooth sensitivity
• Grinding noises heard by a partner

How is the guard made?

An impression is taken with an intraoral scanner or a conventional impression, and the guard is made to fit the person's teeth. At delivery, the fit of the guard and the bite are checked. A custom-made guard fits the teeth better than a ready-made one.

Aftercare

The guard is cleaned every morning with a soft brush and cold or lukewarm water; hot water can distort its shape. When not in use, it is kept in its case. Wear on the guard is also checked at check-ups.

What else is assessed?

Stress, sleep patterns and some sleep problems can be linked to teeth clenching. If loud snoring or pauses in breathing during sleep have been noticed, mention this at the examination; if needed, you will be referred to the relevant doctor.

Appointments

To book an examination, message us on WhatsApp (+90 554 243 56 34) or call +90 212 706 96 09. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 22:00, and closed on Sunday.

Getting here

• Address: Göztepe Mah. Batışehir Cad. G3 Blok No:6G (Batışehir Sitesi, Mahmutbey), 34218 Bağcılar / İstanbul, Türkiye
• A transfer service runs to the clinic from Göztepe, Mahmutbey and İstoç metro stations.
• The HT3 and HT6 buses from Kocatepe metro station pass in front of the clinic.
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