Clenching or grinding teeth is a common problem in people that can sometimes cause tooth pain, jaw pain, stress fractures in teeth and excessive wear. Using a bite guard at night, when the majority of clenching and grinding typically occurs, will help to protect the teeth from this type of damage.

Another problem with clenching or grinding of teeth is TMJ pain. By using a bite guard at night, when the majority of teeth clenching and grinding occurs, we can protect the teeth while helping the muscles around the jaw joint to relax.

Bite guards are custom made to your teeth so you can have the best fit. Our laboratory makes them with comfort in mind while being able to withstand the forces of tooth grinding. Additionally, if you are suffering from sleep apnea and you are not comfortable with your CPAP machine, ask Dr. Han about using a sleep apnea oral appliance that may be a great alternative.