Nightguards
Protect Your Smile While You Sleep
Do you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or sensitive teeth? You may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night without even realizing it. Bruxism is more common than many people think, and over time, it can put serious strain on your teeth, jaw, and overall comfort.
At Heritage Dental, we provide custom nightguards designed to protect your smile, reduce discomfort, and help prevent long-term damage caused by teeth grinding and clenching.
What Is Bruxism?
Bruxism is the habit of grinding, clenching, or tightening your teeth, most often during sleep. Some people experience it occasionally during stressful periods, while others deal with chronic grinding night after night.
Common causes of bruxism can include:
- Stress and anxiety
- Sleep disturbances
- Bite alignment issues
- Lifestyle or daily habit changes
- Long-term clenching habits
Because it often happens while you’re asleep, many patients don’t realize they have bruxism until symptoms begin to appear.
Signs You May Be Grinding Your Teeth
Bruxism can affect more than just your teeth. The pressure created by repeated grinding and clenching can impact your jaw muscles, sleep quality, and overall comfort.
- Common signs of bruxism include:
- Morning headaches
- Jaw pain or tightness
- Tooth sensitivity
- Worn, chipped, or cracked teeth
- Facial soreness
- Clicking or tension in the jaw
- Poor sleep quality
If left untreated, bruxism can gradually wear down tooth enamel and increase the risk of more extensive dental issues over time.
Comfortable Protection for Your Teeth and Jaw
A nightguard is a custom-made oral appliance worn while you sleep. It acts as a protective barrier between your upper and lower teeth, helping reduce the effects of grinding and clenching overnight.
Unlike store-bought options, custom nightguards are made specifically for your smile, creating a more secure, comfortable fit and better overall protection.
At Heritage Dental, we design nightguards that are tailored to your bite and comfort so you can sleep more comfortably while protecting your long-term oral health.
How Long Do Sealants Last?
Using a custom nightguard can help:
- Protect teeth from wear and damage
- Reduce jaw tension and soreness
- Minimize headaches caused by clenching
- Improve sleep comfort
- Help prevent cracked or broken teeth
- Reduce strain on jaw joints and muscles
- Lower the risk of costly future dental treatment
For many patients, a nightguard can make a noticeable difference in both comfort and quality of sleep.
Bruxism Treatment in Renfrew & Carleton Place
At Heritage Dental, we’re here to help patients protect their smiles with comfortable, personalized care. If you’ve been experiencing symptoms of teeth grinding or clenching, our team can assess your bite and determine whether a custom nightguard is right for you.
We proudly provide bruxism treatment and custom nightguards for patients in Carleton Place and surrounding communities including Smiths Falls, Perth, and Almonte.