3 ways nightguards at our office differ from the ones that you buy at the store

If you notice unexplained chips or excessive wear on your teeth and dental work, you may be grinding your teeth while you sleep without realizing it! This condition, known as bruxism, can be incredibly destructive to the teeth, dental restorations, gums, and jaw joints. Shandley Kane Dental is at the forefront of identifying bruxism symptoms in our patients throughout Hoffman Estates, Barrington, and the greater Chicagoland area. As a dentist’s office, we also provide custom treatment with medical-grade nightguards. These nightguards differ favorably from those you can buy at the store or online in at least three ways. 

No. 1: A truly custom fit

Nightguards at our office are professionally designed and made to your mouth’s one-of-a-kind specifications. This oral appliance fits you and you only. The nightguards purchased at the drugstore or on websites are largely “universal-fit.” They are designed for all mouths. You can also buy “boil and bite”-style oral appliances. These devices give you special instructions on reshaping dental materials to better conform to your mouth. There is nothing quite like a dentist-designed, custom-fit nightguard. It optimally conforms to your teeth for better function and comfort. The teeth and any fillings, crowns, or other restorations are protected from damage like wear, cracklines, and fractures. The customized appliances also support your comfort. They do not slide around in your mouth, causing irritation, discomfort, and a potential choking hazard. 

No. 2: A great value 

Your one-of-a-kind nightguard is made from premium materials. These dental materials are highly durable and designed to last. We know that bruxism produces forces on the teeth that are truly excessive; in fact, the pressure placed on the teeth can be enough to crack a walnut! It is essential to have a nightguard made from materials that can withstand the considerable force placed on them. The preventive benefits of a well-designed nightguard offer a cost-effective solution to your dental needs. Protecting your teeth, gums, and dental work from damage is far more affordable than repairing them with crowns, bridges, implants, and more restorative dentistry services. You avoid needing more costly procedures by keeping your teeth and the supportive tissues intact, healthy, and functional. 

No. 3: Ongoing, personalized care

There is no substitute for professional guidance. Our dentists at Shandley Kane Dental will check the health of your teeth, gums, and jaws during regular checkups. However, they will also assess the condition of your nightguard. As needed, adjustments can be made. We also encourage you to bring the nightguard to every checkup, as we have special cleaning equipment to keep it and other oral appliances clean and fresh. Our team will also review proper homecare maintenance for your appliance. 

If you suspect bruxism may be to blame for worn-down teeth or even TMJ symptoms like chronic headaches, or if you are simply overdue for a checkup, contact us today to schedule an appointment at our office in Hoffman Estates. We serve Hoffman Estates, Barrington, and the greater Chicagoland area and can be reached at (847) 454-7828. 

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