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Night Guards

Planned opening 2027. We are not yet treating patients. These guides are educational; availability and treatment details require confirmation.

Protect teeth from nighttime grinding with a custom-fitted guard, supported by bite adjustments and ongoing checks for wear.

At Whole Tooth Dental, a night guard is planned around your teeth, bite, and symptoms rather than a generic shape.

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What it is, and why you might discuss it

  • Clenching and grinding can wear enamel, crack teeth, and strain jaw muscles.
  • A custom guard cushions tooth contact without claiming to stop the underlying habit.

How we assess whether it suits you

  • Check wear, cracks, restorations, and gum health.
  • Assess jaw symptoms and how your teeth meet.
  • Review sleep symptoms that may warrant separate investigation.

What the process involves

  1. 01Capture a digital scan of your teeth.
  2. 02Design a guard for stable retention and appropriate coverage.
  3. 03Adjust fit and tooth contacts, then demonstrate cleaning.
  4. 04Review comfort, wear, and bite changes over time.

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Benefits

  • Creates a protective barrier between teeth.
  • Offers a thinner, more tailored fit than many store-bought guards.
  • Allows professional adjustment for stability and comfort.

Risks

  • Initial saliva changes or discomfort can occur.
  • Poor fit or unmonitored wear may affect tooth contacts.

Limitations

  • A guard does not reliably stop grinding.
  • It does not treat sleep apnea or guarantee jaw pain relief.

Timing

Fabrication and adjustment needs determine the schedule. Your dentist confirms when to begin wearing it.

Recovery

No surgical recovery is involved. Arrange review for persistent soreness or a changed bite.

What affects the cost

These factors explain the scope of care, not a Whole Tooth price quote. Assessment fees are separate from later treatment estimates. Whole Tooth’s fees and disclosure policy require confirmation; ask about applicable assessment charges before arranging a visit.

  • Guard material and design.
  • Complexity of bite adjustment.
  • Repair or replacement needs.

Questions people ask

References

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