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How Does A Night Guard Work?

7th Mar 2021

How Does A Night Guard Work?
People who grind and clench their teeth at night have a condition known as bruxism. A common recommendation in dentistry to control bruxism symptoms is a night guard. Because dental offices are
Does Teeth Grinding Cause Gum Recession?

28th Feb 2021

Does Teeth Grinding Cause Gum Recession?
A vibrant, toothy grin is a beautiful thing. However, seeing a little too much tooth when you smile is cause for concern. Unfortunately for people with bruxism, there is a solid link between tee
Can I Use My Whitening Trays As A Night Guard?

14th Feb 2021

Can I Use My Whitening Trays As A Night Guard?
A whitening tray looks pretty similar to a night guard; they’re both dental appliances that cover your teeth for your oral health. You might wonder “ can I use my teeth whitening trays as a night
TMJ Ear Pain

7th Feb 2021

TMJ Ear Pain
If you're connecting the dots, the temporomandibular joints connect the jawbone to either side of the skull just below the ears. That makes temporomandibular joint disorder a natural suspect if you
What Is The Night Guard Dental Insurance Code?

30th Jan 2021

What Is The Night Guard Dental Insurance Code?
When you decide to purchase a dental night guard for bruxism from an online retailer, you’ll need to put in a little extra legwork if you want your insurance company to pitch in. Insurance compa
Do Night Guards Cause Drooling?

24th Jan 2021

Do Night Guards Cause Drooling?
The most common solution for bruxism (teeth grinding) is a dental appliance called a night guard. Many people can tolerate wearing a mouth guard every night, but in a subset of people, the appli
Hypnosis For Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)

17th Jan 2021

Hypnosis For Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
Hypnotherapy is touted as a useful tool for people who want to quit smoking, lose weight, or break an undesirable habit. So what about hypnosis for bruxism? To understand why hypnosis for teeth
Why is my Night Guard Falling Out?

9th Jan 2021

Why is my Night Guard Falling Out?
You faithfully put your night guard in every night before bed, and by morning, it’s missing from your mouth. What’s happening? Why is your night guard falling out? Rest assured you’re not the on
Are Night Guards FSA / HSA Eligible?

2nd Jan 2021

Are Night Guards FSA / HSA Eligible?
Night guards aren’t cheap—some dental offices charge close to $1,000 for them. When you’re experiencing jaw pain from teeth clenching and grinding, finding a way to afford that dental appliance and