Night & Snore Guards
Night Guards & Snore Guards · Adelaide CBD Dentist
Custom guards for grinding, clenching and snoring.
Excessive jaw clenching and bruxism can wear down teeth and place pressure on the jaw. Snoring can also affect your sleep and the sleep of those around you.
At Brighter Smiles Centre, your Adelaide CBD dentist can create a custom night guard or snore guard to suit your bite and comfort.
Guard options
What type of guard might help?
Different guards work in different ways. The right option depends on whether the main issue is grinding, clenching, snoring or jaw position.
Night guard
A custom night guard can cushion the teeth and help reduce wear from grinding.
Jaw spacer guard
Some guards create space between the front teeth to reduce contact between the jaws.
Snore guard
A snore guard helps hold the lower jaw forward to support airflow during sleep.
Causes
What can cause grinding or snoring?
Grinding and snoring can have different causes. A consultation helps work out whether a dental guard is suitable.
If snoring is loud, ongoing, or linked with gasping, choking or daytime tiredness, it is worth speaking with a GP about sleep apnoea as well.
- Teeth grindingStress, anxiety, obstructive sleep apnoea, some medications or recreational drugs may contribute.
- SnoringSleeping on your back, a relaxed jaw, large tonsils or a long soft palate may play a role.
- Custom fitA guard is made to suit your bite, rather than being a one-size-fits-all option.
Night and snore guard FAQs
What is a night guard used for?
A night guard is used to protect teeth from grinding, clenching and excess jaw pressure while you sleep.
What is a snore guard used for?
A snore guard helps position the lower jaw forward to support airflow and reduce snoring for suitable patients.
Are custom guards better than store-bought guards?
Custom guards are made to fit your bite more closely, which can improve comfort, fit and protection.
What causes teeth grinding?
Stress, anxiety, sleep apnoea, some medications and recreational drugs may contribute to grinding or clenching.
Can a dentist help with snoring?
For suitable patients, a dentist can make a snore guard. Some snoring needs medical review, especially if sleep apnoea is suspected.
Where can I get a night guard in Adelaide CBD?
Brighter Smiles Centre provides custom night guards and snore guards in Adelaide CBD.
Grinding or snoring?
Talk to an Adelaide CBD dentist.
Book a consultation for a custom night guard or snore guard at Brighter Smiles Centre.