Night Guards

Overview

Night guards are custom-made dental appliances that are worn during sleep to protect the teeth and jaw from the harmful effects of bruxism, or teeth grinding. Made from durable yet comfortable materials, these guards form a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth, preventing them from grinding against each other. Dr. Leah Divito at Luminous Dental in Hudson, OH, is an expert in creating night guards that fit perfectly and provide maximum protection.

Why Should I Get Night Guards?

If you often wake up with a sore jaw, headaches, or tooth sensitivity, you might be grinding your teeth during sleep. Teeth grinding not only causes discomfort but can also lead to serious dental problems such as tooth fractures, loss of enamel, and even tooth loss. Night guards are an effective solution to this problem. They not only alleviate the symptoms of teeth grinding but also protect your teeth from further damage.

Did you know…

Bruxism affects about 10% of adults and 15% of children in the U.S.

The Benefits Of Night Guards

Prevents Tooth Damage

Night guards are designed to prevent the upper and lower teeth from grinding against each other, thus preventing tooth damage. Wearing a night guard can protect your teeth from chips, fractures, and wear, preserving your natural teeth and saving you from costly dental repairs in the future.

Alleviates Pain and Discomfort

Teeth grinding can cause a range of symptoms, including jaw pain, headaches, and tooth sensitivity. By providing a cushion between the upper and lower teeth, night guards can alleviate these symptoms, helping you wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free.

Improves Sleep Quality

Teeth grinding can disrupt your sleep, leaving you feeling tired and groggy during the day. By preventing teeth grinding, night guards can improve your sleep quality, helping you wake up feeling rested and energized.

The Night Guard Treatment Process

Dental Examination

The first step in getting a night guard is a thorough dental examination. Dr. Divito will examine your teeth and jaw for signs of bruxism, such as wear on the teeth or tenderness in the jaw muscles.

Impression and Fitting

If a night guard is deemed necessary, an impression of your teeth will be taken. This impression will be used to create a night guard that fits your teeth perfectly. Once the night guard is ready, you’ll come back for a fitting to ensure that it’s comfortable and effective.

Follow-up and Adjustment

After you start using the night guard, you’ll have a follow-up appointment to check its fit and effectiveness. If necessary, adjustments will be made to ensure that the night guard is comfortable and doing its job of protecting your teeth and jaw from grinding.

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Wonderful experience. The doctor and staff are polished, professional and very thorough, and the office is beautiful and clean.

Heidi W

First time visit & was Very pleased with Dr. DiVito & her staff at Luminous Dental. Dr. DiVito’s office at Luminous Dental was Very helpful in giving me a sooner appointment than originally scheduled. Dr. DiVito took her time & explained all that needed to be done. The Staff was extremely courteous & very helpful.

Sally R

I had a beautiful and amazing experience with the entire Luminous staff!! My dentist finally retired at age 84, so it was a little traumatic for me to find a new dentist! Dr. D and her team came highly recommended, so I thought I would try them out and I am sure glad I did! From making the appointment to meeting the doctor; the process was seamless. The staff was friendly, professional and personable. The exam was thorough and used cutting edge technology. I would highly recommend this practice to others

Sherry R

Luminous Dental is the first dentist's office that has made me feel welcomed and didn't bring me down for how bad my teeth are. They are all very friendly and fun to be around. 10/10 recommend if you need a change in dentists!

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Highly recommend!

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Best dentist ever!

Chris B

Wonderful Doctors and staff. Very relaxing atmosphere. Anxiety free visit. Dr. Divito is such a gentle and caring person.

Cindy

Super nice and friendly. Got me in right away!

Melissa E

I have just recently started going here for my dental needs and I am very pleased with how its been going. Everyone is so personable and makes you feel right at home. Ive always been tentative to go to the dentist like most, but they make it alot easier and would recommend to anyone!

James B

My first visit. Shelby was my hygienist; she was gentle, thorough and explained what to expect. Dr. Leah checked my teeth and gave me recommendations to keep my dental health up to date; she was welcoming, gentle and knowledgeable. It was an excellent experience.

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