What are the benefits of a night guard?

If you or your dental provider notes signs of clenching and/or grinding, a custom night guard can be one of the best options, as it actually offers a number of benefits. When you wear it, especially overnight, it will help relax and protect your jaw joint (TMJ), protect your teeth from chipping, cracking and wearing down, prevent bone loss around your teeth from the constant torque, reduce or stop teeth sensitivity, prevent headaches, neck aches, facial pain, and shoulder pain, help you sleep better, and reduce the amount of time you spend clenching and/or grinding during the daytime. Pretty amazing!