Book a visitA custom oral appliance designed to protect teeth and restorations from nighttime clenching or grinding forces.
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Prepared for Springs Dental patients by Dr. Sheila Heraypur, DMD and Dr. Sofia Valenzuela, DMD.
Clenching and grinding can wear enamel, fracture restorations, and overload teeth even when you never hear it happen.
A night guard can distribute forces and create a replaceable barrier between teeth.
A common reason to evaluate this treatment.
This finding can change the treatment plan.
The pattern helps determine candidacy.
Care is tailored to the underlying cause.
A focused exam clarifies the next step.
Your response guides follow-up.
Repeated force can turn small chips into larger repairs. Earlier protection preserves more enamel.
We look beyond one symptom before selecting treatment.
Care starts with the least invasive appropriate path.
Response and next steps are reviewed clearly.
Use this guide to arrive prepared and protect the result after care.
A custom oral appliance designed to protect teeth and restorations from nighttime clenching or grinding forces.
A clinical evaluation combines your symptoms, history, examination, and appropriate imaging to determine whether this treatment fits your needs.
Comfort options and pacing depend on the procedure and your sensitivity. Tell us what concerns you so the visit can be planned appropriately.
Timing varies with the area treated and complexity of care. We explain appointment length and follow-up before treatment begins.
You will receive instructions specific to your care, including what is normal, how to protect the area, and when to contact the office.
Coverage varies by plan and diagnosis. The team can help review available benefits and estimated costs before care.