Night Guards in Corona, CA

The Night Guard Benefits

Prevent Damage To Teeth

Frequent grinding and clenching can cause premature wear and tear, and even result in cracking or breaking one or more teeth. Night guards absorb the pressure of grinding and protect your teeth from damage.

Prevent TMJ

Teeth grinding can contribute to TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder), which is a dysfunction of the small joints that connect your jaw to your skull. TMJ can cause pain, inhibit your ability to open and close your mouth properly, and more. Treating grinding with a night guard can help you avoid this issue completely.

Reduce Headaches

Teeth grinding often contributes to tense jaw muscles that can cause headaches. By reducing the severity of grinding, a night guard can help reduce headaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Tell If I Grind My Teeth?

Your sleeping partner may hear you make clenching and grinding noises when you sleep. You may also notice tooth pain and soreness in the morning, tight jaw muscles, and premature wear and tear to your teeth, which may make them look shorter and flatter.

What About Off-The-Shelf Night Guards?

You should not use off-the-shelf night guards. They offer inferior protection compared to custom-fitted products, and can even cause changes to your bite and teeth position, which will require orthodontic treatment to fix.

How Long Will My Night Guard last?

Usually, night guards last between 1-2 years. You should replace your night guard if you notice new cracks, grooves, or indentations. Bring it in with you during your 6-month appointments so that Dr. Martinez can make sure it’s still in good shape.

How Do I Clean My Night Guard?

Simply brush your night guard every morning with your toothbrush. Don’t use toothpaste, just some water. Then, let the night guard dry completely, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes. After this, just put it back into the protective case until you use it again. You can also “deep clean” the night guard once a week by soaking it in denture cleaner.

The Night Guard Creation Process

Getting a night guard at Corona Smile Shoppe is quick and easy, and takes just two appointments. During your first appointment, Dr. Martinez will examine your mouth and determine the proper type of night guard for your situation. Then, he will take impressions and images of your teeth, and you’ll be sent home.
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We’ll send your bite information to a dental lab, where your night guard will be custom built by a lab technician, ensuring a perfect fit. Your night guard will be sent to our Corona office in about 2 weeks.
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Then, you’ll come in for your second appointment. You’ll try on your new night guard, and Dr. Martinez will make sure that it fits properly. Then, you’ll be sent home with home care instructions and a convenient carrying case to store your new night guard.

Protect Against Grinding, TMJ, & More