Signs worth evaluating
Flattened or chipped teeth, recurring restoration damage, morning jaw fatigue, or wear noticed during an exam may lead to a bruxism discussion.
Custom night guards
Protect Your Teeth. Preserve Your Smile. Custom Night Guards.
A custom night guard is a removable appliance designed to manage forces from bruxism, including clenching or teeth grinding. It may protect teeth and restorations, but it does not eliminate every cause or symptom.
Digital scan and personalized fit
A digital scan can create a detailed record of the teeth and bite without a traditional impression in many cases. That digital information can then be used to help design a custom night guard for clenching or grinding. The appliance is selected and adjusted based on the patient’s bite, teeth, restorations, and clinical needs.
Three constructions to fit your needs
Custom night guards are available in three constructions: hard, soft, and dual-layer, which pairs a hard exterior with a soft inner layer. Dr. Souferian selects among them based on your bite, the pattern of grinding or clenching, comfort, and your individual needs. No appliance cures bruxism, but a well-fitted guard may help protect your teeth from its effects.
Material selection
CLEARsplint is one appliance material Dr. Souferian may consider. Its feel and adjustability can be useful in selected cases, but diagnosis and appliance design matter more than a product name.
Individual recommendations
Material is only one part of the decision.
Experience guides the choice. A dental restoration is more than the material it is made from. Dr. Souferian considers the tooth, bite, appearance, function, surrounding teeth, oral health, and long-term needs before recommending a material or treatment. When more than one appropriate option exists, those options are explained so the patient can make an informed decision.
What we consider
- Pattern and severity of wear, symptoms, and jaw function
- Existing crowns, implants, retainers, or other appliances
- Comfort, fit, adjustment, cleaning, and follow-up
Start with an exam