Protect Your Smile While You Sleep
Custom nightguards for grinding & bruxism.
If you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or worn-down teeth, you’re probably grinding at night. We can stop the damage with a custom-fitted nightguard.
What is bruxism?
Bruxism is the medical term for grinding or clenching your teeth — usually while you sleep. Most patients don’t even know they do it. The signs show up at the dentist: flattened tooth surfaces, tiny chips along the edges, sensitive teeth, and a sore jaw in the morning. Long-term grinding can crack teeth, wear through enamel, and contribute to TMJ pain.
How a nightguard helps
A custom nightguard is a thin, comfortable plastic appliance that fits over your upper or lower teeth while you sleep. It creates a cushion between your teeth so the grinding pressure hits the guard instead of your enamel. Patients often notice less morning jaw pain, fewer tension headaches, and better sleep within the first week.
Why custom matters
Drugstore boil-and-bite guards are bulky, fall out, and don’t fit your bite. A custom nightguard from our office is made from a precise digital scan of your teeth — slim, comfortable, and designed to last for years. It’s a one-visit treatment for most patients: scan one week, fit the next.
How much does it cost?
Insurance often covers a portion of nightguard treatment, and our membership plan includes a member discount. Call us at 540-362-3047 for a current estimate.