Protect Teeth & Relieve Jaw Pain with Custom Night Guards
Custom-moulded dental splints that protect teeth from nighttime grinding, jaw tension, and TMJ headaches.
About Your Treatment
Bruxism (involuntary clenching and grinding during sleep) can cause worn-down flat teeth, cracked fillings, chronic morning headaches, and TMJ joint pain.
Our custom laboratory-crafted night guards cushion your bite, absorb grinding forces, and protect your smile from irreversible enamel damage.
What Does Night Guards & Bruxism Splints Include?
Tension in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and masseter muscles upon waking.
Frequent tension-type headaches caused by overnight clenching.
Visible enamel loss, micro-cracks, and flattening of biting surfaces from nocturnal grinding.
Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods as outer protective enamel thins from bruxism.
Referred muscular pain around the ears, temples, and neck without an inner ear infection.
Audible clenching or clicking sounds during deep sleep cycles.
What Is a Night Guard?
A night guard is a custom-fitted appliance worn over the teeth while you sleep. It acts as a physical barrier between your upper and lower teeth, helping to absorb the pressure of clenching and grinding. This reduces strain on the jaw muscles, protects the surfaces of your teeth, and can even help relieve related symptoms like facial discomfort, clicking or popping of the jaw, and tension headaches.
We create our night guards using precise digital scans or moulds of your mouth, ensuring a secure, comfortable fit that doesn't interfere with breathing or sleep. The material is strong but smooth, designed to withstand the force of nightly grinding without feeling bulky.
Because each guard is custom made, it's far superior to shop-bought versions, which are often loose, uncomfortable, and far less effective.
Why Choose Us for a Night Guard?
When it comes to preventing tooth wear and relieving muscle tension, fit and comfort are everything. At Hampshire Dental Care, we create night guards that are not only accurate and effective, but that patients actually want to wear. We use high-quality materials, take careful impressions, and adjust the fit if needed to make sure your guard feels right.
We don't just hand you a guard and send you on your way. We'll talk you through the symptoms you've been experiencing, look closely at any existing damage, and monitor how well the appliance is working at your review appointments.
Our team has years of experience identifying and managing bruxism, and we're always happy to work with you on a solution that's simple, supportive and tailored to your needs. Many patients tell us they sleep more soundly and feel better rested once they start wearing their guard regularly.
Signs You Might Need a Night Guard
Bruxism often goes unnoticed - until the signs start to show. If you've been experiencing any of the following, it's worth having a chat with us:
Even if you're not sure, we're happy to take a look. Prevention is always better than cure, and early intervention with a night guard can stop long-term damage in its tracks.
- •Jaw pain or stiffness in the morning
- •Frequent headaches or tension in the temples
- •Worn, flattened or chipped teeth
- •Tooth sensitivity with no apparent cause
- •Tightness or pain in the neck and shoulders
- •Clicking or locking in the jaw joint (TMJ issues)
- •Unexplained damage to fillings or dental work
Benefits of Using a Night Guard
Night guards are a straightforward solution with wide-ranging benefits. Here's what our patients often notice:
Protects your teeth
Prevents enamel wear, cracks, and fractures caused by grinding forces.
Reduces jaw pain
Relieves the pressure and muscle tension that builds up from unconscious clenching.
Improves sleep
Many people sleep more peacefully once their jaw muscles can fully relax.
Prevents costly repairs
Avoids future dental work by preserving your natural teeth and any existing restorations.
Tailored to you
Custom-fit for comfort and effectiveness - no slipping, rubbing or bulkiness.
Your night guard will be made specifically for your mouth, ensuring the best possible protection without disrupting your sleep.
Night Guard Treatment Journey
Custom-made protection to relieve jaw tension, prevent tooth wear and support comfortable sleep.
Consultation & Symptom Assessment
We begin by discussing symptoms such as teeth grinding, jaw clenching, worn teeth, jaw tension or morning discomfort. This helps us understand whether a custom night guard may be the right treatment for you.
Bite Check & Diagnosis
Your dentist carefully examines your teeth, bite, jaw joints and signs of bruxism or tooth wear. We confirm the cause of your symptoms and explain whether a custom night guard is recommended to protect your teeth and reduce strain.
Treatment Planning, Options & Costs
We explain your diagnosis, treatment options and the benefits of a professionally made night guard. Costs are discussed clearly, so you can choose the most suitable treatment for your needs with confidence.
3D Digital Scan
A precise 3D digital scan of your upper and lower teeth is taken without messy impressions. This allows us to create a custom night guard designed for comfort, accuracy and a secure fit.
Custom Night Guard Fabrication
Your night guard is carefully custom-made to fit your teeth and bite. It is designed to help protect your enamel, reduce grinding forces and support more comfortable sleep.
Fitting, Adjustments & Aftercare
At your fitting appointment, we check the fit, comfort and bite of your night guard and make any adjustments if needed. We also provide advice on how to wear, clean and care for it, with review appointments if required.
Benefits of Night Guards & Bruxism Splints
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about Night Guards & Bruxism Splints.
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