How do I know if my night guard fits properly?

How do I know if my night guard fits properly?

If you are biting or clenching your teeth to keep your mouthguard in place while wearing it, your mouth guard does not fit. As stated before, your mouthguard should always stay securely and tightly on your upper teeth without falling or shifting.

Why do my teeth hurt after wearing a mouthguard?

If you do experience pain or your mouth is hurting after wearing a night guard, it is a sign that your night guard is not fitted properly in your mouth. The device may be too large or too small and is not providing the adequate protection that you desire and need.

Can wearing a mouthguard hurt your teeth?

If you use a mouthguard properly, then it should actually protect your gums, rather than damage them. If, however, you use a dirty, damaged or ill-fitting mouthguard then you could actually be damaging your gums.

How long does it take to get used to a mouth guard?

It is uncomfortable: Sticking a hard piece of plastic in your mouth is unnatural and new. It takes time to make an adjustment, remember two weeks on average for most people to get used to it.

Can night guards ruin your teeth?

Often, deep grooves will eventually form in the night guard from the force of the grinding. The night guard prevents this same force from causing damage to the teeth. Without a night guard, enamel can be worn down excessively, leading to tooth sensitivity.

Can night guards move your teeth?

A night guard can shift your teeth, most especially if it was not custom-made to make a perfect fit in your mouth. If you use an over the counter night guard or ones that only cover the front teeth, more than likely, your back teeth will shift due to the pressure that your jaw exerts on them.

Is a top or bottom night guard better?

Upper guards are typically recommended because they don't remove easily compared to lower teeth nightguard. Dentists favor lower guards because they are often more comfortable and easier to get used to. The ideal night guard should protect all your teeth while not affecting your natural bite.

Should you wear night guard on upper or lower teeth?

Upper guards are typically recommended because they don't remove easily compared to lower teeth nightguard. Dentists favor lower guards because they are often more comfortable and easier to get used to. The ideal night guard should protect all your teeth while not affecting your natural bite.

Is it OK to sleep with a mouth guard?

Wearing a mouthguard while your sleep can help keep your top and bottom teeth separated so they don't damage each other from the pressure of grinding or clenching. In most cases, you'll want a custom-fitted mouthguard for bruxism.

Do night guards change your bite?

An ill-fitting night guard can actually adverse effects on your oral health by causing a change in your bite that will cause pain in your jaw.

What happens when you first start wearing a night guard?

• You might experience minor discomfort and irritation when you first start wearing your night guard, and in many cases, it simply takes some getting used to. You’ve been used to sleeping without a night guard your whole life, so it only makes sense that it will feel strange at first.

Is it normal for your teeth to hurt after wearing a night guard?

• A little bit of soreness can even be normal as long as it goes away as you adjust. For example, hard night guards can fit particularly tightly to your teeth, and if you’re not used to that pressure, it can cause your teeth to feel very sore at first.

What are the benefits of a dental night guard?

• If you suffer from bruxism, otherwise known as teeth grinding, a dental night guard can help alleviate symptoms such as headache, tooth damage, or tight jaw muscles. Night guards create a barrier between your upper and lower teeth, providing a cushion that protects your teeth.

What's the best way to make a night guard?

• Lick your lips. Using a mirror, bring the night guard to your upper teeth and line up the front center with your front teeth. Gently mold the guard around your upper teeth using your fingers and tongue. Line up the bottom of your night guard with your bottom teeth and mold it around your lower teeth arch.