Bruxism often goes unnoticed, so regular dental visits are essential. Watch for these symptoms, and contact us if you notice any:

• Teeth grinding/clenching, loud enough to wake you
• Worn enamel exposing inner tooth layers
• Flat, fractured, chipped, or loose teeth
• Tooth pain or sensitivity
• Tight or locked jaw
• Jaw/neck pain, chronic headaches, or earaches
• Damaged inner cheek tissue
• Sleep disturbances

You may have seen nightguards sold in your local grocery store or pharmacy, but the dentists at S Plainfield Dental ask that you consider a few facts about these products. While they may be cheap, you are truly getting what you pay for in terms of long-term quality. Not only is the material in these products weaker, but they are not customized to fit your teeth like dentist-created solutions. This means they will not offer optimal comfort and will likely need to be replaced after a short period. If your goal is to protect your smile all the time, not just some of the time, we can create a custom nightguard that fits your smile perfectly.