Night Guards for Teeth Grinding Indianapolis, IN

While our smile transformations are what we’re known for at MINT, we’re also dedicated to protecting your teeth. Grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw (also called bruxism) at night is a common condition that damages your mouth, in many cases without you even noticing. Although the first symptom is wear or damage to the surface of the teeth, chronic tooth grinding and jaw clenching can also cause headaches, tooth pain, facial inflammation, and neck and jaw pain. Our staff of board-certified dentists suggests a night guard (oral appliance) to protect your teeth and jaw from nocturnal bruxism. Our night guards are made with cutting-edge technology and top-quality materials to help you achieve a better night’s sleep. They fit comfortably over the teeth to prevent problems caused by grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw. Get more information about custom night guards at MINT dentistry by arranging an appointment at our Indianapolis, IN practice.

There are many signs that point to nocturnal bruxism, otherwise known as grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw as you sleep. You may be a candidate for a night guard if you often wake up with a headache, swelling, tightness, or pain in your lower face. Some other symptoms that you may need a night guard include loose fillings or teeth, ground-down enamel on your molars, tooth sensitivity, and receding gums. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching while sleeping are often stress related, but they may also result from a sleep disorder, allergies, misaligned teeth, or a problem with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). When your team of MINT dental professionals is assessing your bruxism, we also try to identify the contributing factors to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.

You’ll undergo a comprehensive exam from one of our dentists to determine whether you would benefit from a night guard. You can relax in one of our treatment chairs with a pair of MINT sunglasses and Beats headphones while your exam is underway. Once a board-certified MINT dentist diagnoses your bruxism, we will take digital x-rays and impressions of your teeth to help design your custom night guard. MINT dentistry will send this information to a dental laboratory where your guard gets crafted from high-quality materials with advanced technology. As soon as your guard is returned to us, we will schedule an appointment at our Indianapolis, IN office. We might make minor alterations to your appliance to ensure it fits comfortably. Your team will also give you instructions on how to take care of your guard to keep it in excellent condition for many years.

Using your night guard every night or when recommended by our MINT dentists is essential. Your guard should significantly reduce the pain and dental problems caused by nocturnal bruxism, but if it worsens, please contact our office so we can address the problem immediately. For a healthy mouth and night guard, we recommend brushing your guard and teeth before and after each use. Please bring your night guard to your exams and cleanings so we can perform repairs and make adjustments as needed.

If you're diagnosed with a condition like nocturnal bruxism, and you require the use of a night guard, it's common that your dental insurance provider will pay for it. Someone in our office will talk to your insurance company to understand your specific policy coverage. At your consultation, a MINT dentistry team member will try to estimate the cost of your night guard. To fit your night guard into your budget, MINT dentistry accepts numerous payment methods, and we can help you find low-interest medical financing. We're dedicated to helping all patients in Indianapolis, IN achieve excellent oral health. If you don't have PPO dental insurance, ask our team about the MINT Discount Plan.

It can be challenging to enjoy your life when you’re experiencing pain from jaw clenching and grinding your teeth at night. Night guards are a great treatment to get better sleep by treating the unpleasant side effects of clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth while you sleep. Night guards by MINT dentistry may also improve the overall health of your mouth and prevent future issues. If you think this might be the remedy for you or would like to learn more, contact our practice in Indianapolis, IN to schedule an appointment with a board-certified MINT dentist.