About night guards
A dentist may recommend a custom night guard for certain grinding or clenching concerns. Annapolis Dental Care offers night-guard consultations.
Start with an evaluation
Tell your dentist about tooth wear, muscle discomfort, or suspected grinding. An evaluation helps identify the concern and suitable care.
Understand what a guard can do
A guard may help protect teeth, but it is not a cure for every cause of jaw pain or grinding. Your dentist explains the purpose of the appliance being recommended.
Digital impressions and a custom fit
Our practice uses digital impressions to record your teeth for suitable custom-appliance cases. Your dentist checks the guard’s fit and explains how to wear and clean it. Bring it to follow-up visits and report persistent symptoms.
Your questions, answered
Will a night guard treat all jaw pain?
No. Jaw pain has several possible causes and needs an appropriate evaluation.
Can I get a custom night guard?
Schedule an examination to discuss whether a custom appliance is appropriate.