Can a night guard make things worse?

What’s more: the design of many night guards causes the posterior teeth to touch the guard’s plastic while the anterior teeth hardly touch the guard or do not touch it at all. The unevenness of tooth contact with the night guard can lead to even more clenching, grinding and TMJ problems.

Can hard night guard damage teeth?

A night guard is a common tool used to protect your teeth while you are sleeping. Many individuals grind their teeth throughout the night which can lead to many oral consequences including tooth sensitivity, broken or chipped teeth, pain, and much more.

Has anyone choked on a night guard?

The size and shape of the guards do not allow for any choking or swallowing to happen during the night and I have not worried about this possibility in years. Tooth Movement and Bite Changes: The majority of night guards work by offering a layer of protection between the upper and lower teeth.

Is my night guard making me sick?

It’s these germs that can be found on night guards which can lead to sore throats, nausea, colds, flu, chest infections and even asthma, strep and staph infections. Just to top it all off, your night guard also has the potential to be a reservoir for bacteria that can cause gum infections and promote tooth decay.

Can you drink water while wearing night guard?

Do not eat or drink (except water) with your guard in. Be sure you floss and brush thoroughly prior to placement as food and bacteria can become trapped between your teeth and guard and increase your risk of decay an stain the guard.

Can a night guard shift your teeth?

A night guard can shift your teeth, most especially if it was not custom-made to make a perfect fit in your mouth. If you use an over the counter night guard or ones that only cover the front teeth, more than likely, your back teeth will shift due to the pressure that your jaw exerts on them.

How long should a night guard last?

Night Guards will have varying durability depending on a number of factors. A night guard will have an average lifespan of 5 years, but depending upon the wear, it can need replacement in just 1 year.

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