The Essential Guide to Mouth Guards & Night Guards

At Skyline Smiles, we offer custom guard fitting to protect your teeth and provide you with a more comfortable daily life. This blog will give you the top 10 benefits of why you might want to make a guard part of your daily routine.

1. Protect Dental Enamel & Prevent Tooth Damage

Grinding or clenching teeth (bruxism) can wear down enamel, chip teeth, fracture restorations, or even loosen teeth over time. A custom night guard forms a reliable barrier that absorbs grinding forces—helping preserve enamel and prevent costly dental damage.

2. Reduce Jaw Pain, Headaches & TMJ Discomfort

Frequent grinding strains the jaw and facial muscles, contributing to jaw pain, TMJ disorders, neck tension, and morning headaches. Custom-fitted guards help relax these muscles, reducing stress and pain.

3. Enhance Sleep Quality & Overall Well-Being

Grinding at night disrupts rest and can leave you feeling tense or exhausted. Many users report deeper, more restful sleep when wearing a night guard—thanks to reduced jaw strain and relaxation.

4. Snoring & Sleep Apnea Support

Some dental guards, especially mandibular advancement devices, ease breathing by subtly shifting the jaw forward. This can help reduce snoring and mild sleep apnea, improving overall air flow during sleep.

5. Maintain Facial Structure

Frequent jaw clenching strengthens jaw muscles—sometimes causing an overly square face. Night guards ease this muscular overuse, supporting a more balanced, youthful facial shape.

6. Save Money Over Time

Addressing bruxism early with a durable, long-lasting custom guard can prevent major dental repairs like crowns, veneers, or implants—saving you money in the long run.

7. Enjoy a Precision, Custom Fit

Unlike one-size OTC options, custom guards are molded to your bite—creating a stable, comfortable fit that’s more effective and durable. Poorly fitted guards may worsen alignment or be irritating.

8. Sports Protection (If Applicable)

Beyond nighttime wear, sports mouthguards protect against dental injuries during physical activity. They cushion blows to the face and reduce the risk of lip and tongue trauma.

How They’re Made & Care Tips

The process:

1. Consultation with Dr. Grewal to assess grinding, jaw symptoms, and oral health.
2. Impression-taking or 3D scan to shape your custom guard.
3. Professional fabrication with quality materials.
4. Fitting & tuning at follow-up to ensure comfort and effectiveness.

To care for your guard:

• Rinse before and after use.
• Clean gently with mild soap; avoid toothpaste abrasives.
• Store in a ventilated case.
• Have it checked regularly for wear and fit.

Who Should Consider a Guard?

• Bruxism sufferers: Look for chipped enamel, jaw soreness, or morning headaches.
• TMJ sufferers: Especially those with jaw pain, clicking, or popping.
• Athletes: To protect against physical impact.
• Sleep-disordered breathing sufferers: Those snoring or suspected of mild sleep apnea.

Are You Ready for Comfort?

Custom mouth and night guards are more than dental accessories—they’re long-term investments in your oral health, comfort, sleep quality, and facial wellness. If you’re experiencing bruxism symptoms, TMJ pain, or participate in high-impact sports, schedule a consultation with Skyline Smiles to explore the right guard for you.

Ready to protect your smile (and sleep)? Speak with your dentist about a custom-fit mouthguard or night guard today, and take the first step toward lasting dental—and overall—health. Call 661-475-5227 or fill out our online contact form today!