nightguard
Nightguard is a term used to describe a device worn on the teeth at night to protect them from tooth grinding and clenching. The S4S Nightguard is a device made with bi-laminate material, meaning it is soft on the fitting surface and hard on the top surface. This is ideal for comfort and also means the splints harder outer surface is more resistant to wear. The devices are great for preventing tooth wear in patients that do not have symptoms of bruxism and are not clenching. The Nightguard is generally worn on the lower teeth but can be made to fit the upper teeth.
Rationale
- To prevent wear on teeth from Grinding
- Prevent breakages to crowns, bridges or teeth
- Occlusal trauma
Construction requirements
- Upper or lower impression
Further Information
Nightguards have been used by Dentists to prevent tooth grinding for many years. They are a very thin comfortable alternative device to a simple soft bite guard Common names for these devices are; Night Guard, Dual-Laminate appliance and Hard/soft biteguards.
