Night Guards
About Night Guards
While MINT dentistry is well-known for our smile transformations, we are also focused on protecting your teeth from damage. Teeth grinding (also known as bruxism) at night is a common problem that causes damage to your teeth, gums, and jaw. While the most visible sign of damage is wear or damage to the surface of the teeth, nocturnal bruxism can also cause headaches, tooth pain, inflammation, and pain in your jaw and neck. MINT dentistry's team of board-certified dentists offer custom night guards that can protect your mouth while you sleep. Custom night guards are made from high-quality materials utilizing state-of-the-art technology to fit you comfortably and prevent damage from teeth grinding and jaw clenching, helping you to achieve a better night’s sleep. Learn more about custom night guards at MINT dentistry by scheduling an appointment at your local MINT dentistry office.
Best Candidates
There are many signs that you may be grinding your teeth and/or clenching your jaw at night. You may be a candidate for a night guard if you often wake up with a headache in addition to tightness, pain, or swelling in your jaw. Other signs that may suggest the need for a night guard include loose teeth or fillings, worn-down enamel on the tops of your back teeth, tooth sensitivity, and a receding gumline. Teeth grinding and clenching at night are typically caused by stress, but it may also be the result of allergies, misaligned teeth, a sleep disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). When a member of our highly skilled dental team is diagnosing bruxism, we will also try to determine the cause of the condition, so we can create a comprehensive treatment plan.
MINT dentistry Reviews
The staff at the Galveston office have renewed my faith in dentists. They listen!!! I needed two crowns and a night bite guard for my grinding. When I started the process I was in constant facial and tooth pain from grinding my teeth. After getting the night guard, my face and tooth pain were 80% better the next day. I needed to have the guard slightly adjusted to achieve total comfort and was able to get that done the day I called. I don't live in Galveston-just visiting, but I'm going to schedule my dental work for when I'm in the area and make them my go-to dental office.
Had a really good experience here. I was able to get cleaning, fillings, and a night guard done all in one visit, which was super convenient.The staff were friendly and gentle, explained everything clearly, and I never felt rushed. I feel smooth and comfortable here. Would definitely recommend!!!
Whole team was amazing. I’m glad that I got A+ grading on how well I take care of my teeth. I always get good compliments. I came in for a cleaning. I was in and out within two hours and my teeth feel amazing. I highly recommend anyone to come here to get their teeth cleaned or any other services that you need for your mouth they do amazing work. I can’t wait until I come back. I just needed a little bit of work done. Before I can get my whitening done. One filling and that’s it! I think I’m doing pretty good for a grown woman that barely eats anything other than the healthy stuff I stay away from the sweet sticky candies! Although I had no intentions on financing to cover the service after my cleaning. I didn’t know they were going to do a credit check for the payment plan. So if you are offered payment options know they will be doing a credit check. I also ordered 4 night guards for way less than what they were trying to charge me. $400 is crazy even with the discount.
I will admit I was scared initially because #1, I don’t like the dentist, and #2 I’m always a little cynical when it comes to a place with easy scheduling; but this place was amazing! And moreso because of the lovely staff. I came in with Priscilla greeting me with a smile and helping me get everything done quickly. Tai then welcoming and made x-rays which are usually painful and annoying fun and sweet. She was awesome to talk to. Dr. Dan quickly assessed me with care and was kind rather than accusatory when it came to my grinding and low night guard use. Lastly, Carrie was an awesome hygienist. Tbh to me the hygienist is the scariest part because well they’re gonna tell me how much I am not taking care of my hygiene, but she was so sweet about it and made it not so painful. Honestly, best experience at the dentist by far; twas a great team. Sorry if I butchered any name spelling 🙈
I was diagnosed with sleep apnea and learned about oral appliances to treat it.After doing some research, I decided to see doctor Vogel.Doctor Vogel is very knowledgeable and personable. He took the time to explain to me everything that I needed to know about sleep apnea and oral appliances. The same day I met him, I decided to start the process of getting my oral appliance.During that first appointment I was highly impressed with doctor Vogel and his staff. So I decided to leave my previous dentist and become one of doctor Vogel’s patients.Every time I’ve had an interaction with Knox Dental, it’s been a positive experience and I’m highly satisfied with their services. Everybody there is highly qualified and treats you like royalty.Last time I was at the clinic, was to get a dental cleaning. Oh my goodness, what a remarkable experience!Leo took care of me and once he was done with the cleaning, he gave me a myofascial massage.I suffer from TMJ pain and the massage Leo gave me was a heavenly experience! It was very therapeutic and relaxing.I can honestly tell you that once Leo was done, I felt as if I’d spent the entire day at a spa. Leo provided me with a holistic experience.I highly recommend Knox Dental. Doctor Vogel is the very best! Make sure to get your dental cleaning done by Leo, and ask for a myofascial massage.
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Book NowWhat to Expect
To diagnose bruxism and determine if you would benefit from a night guard, our team will perform a thorough dental examination. You can relax in one of our treatment chairs wearing MINT sunglasses and listening to your favorite music through Beats headphones while the exam is performed. After the MINT dentistry team diagnoses your bruxism, we will take impressions and digital x-rays of your mouth, so your custom night guard can be designed. MINT dentistry will send this information to a dental laboratory where your night guard will be crafted out of high-quality materials with advanced technology. When your night guard is sent back to our office, you will be scheduled for a fitting. A member of the MINT dentistry team may make minor adjustments to your night guard to ensure it fits comfortably. We will also give you instructions on how to care for your night guard, so it remains in great condition for a long time.
Treatment Aftercare
For your night guard to work effectively, you will need to wear it every night, or as recommended by our dental professionals. Your night guard should minimize or eliminate the pain and dental problems caused by bruxism, but if not, please contact our office so we can address the problem immediately. To help keep your mouth and night guard healthy, you should clean your teeth and guard before and after each use. Your night guard should be brought in to all future appointments, so we can make adjustments or repairs as needed.
Learn More About MINT dentistry
About UsThe MINT Commitment
If you have been diagnosed with nocturnal bruxism or jaw clenching, part of the cost of your night guard will likely be covered by your dental insurance. If you have PPO dental insurance, our office will contact your provider to determine your coverage and benefits. During your consultation, a MINT dentistry team member will discuss cost estimates. To help make your treatment more affordable, MINT dentistry accepts numerous forms of payment and we can help you find medical financing. Our practice is committed to helping patients of all ages and stages of life get great dental care. If you do not have PPO dental insurance, ask our team about the MINT Freedom Plan.
Protect Your Smile
Teeth grinding can be uncomfortable and cause pain in other areas of your life. Night guards are a great way to diminish the sleepless nights caused by the unpleasant symptoms of nocturnal bruxism and jaw clenching. Custom night guards from MINT dentistry can also improve the overall health of your mouth and prevent future issues. If you think that this might be the remedy for you or would like to learn more, contact your nearest MINT dentistry office and book a consultation today.