Protecting teeth from repeated pressure at night
Night guards are often recommended when clenching or grinding may be contributing to tooth wear, edge chipping, jaw tension, or ongoing pressure on existing dental work. A custom night guard is designed to fit your bite more predictably than many store-bought options.
When a night guard may help
- Flattening or chipping of tooth edges
- Morning jaw fatigue or tension
- Pressure on crowns, fillings, or veneers
- Grinding patterns noticed during exams
What we evaluate first
Dr. Lubna Azeem looks at wear patterns, bite balance, and the condition of your teeth and dental work before recommending a guard. Sometimes clenching is part of a bigger pattern that also affects crowns, fillings, or overall restorative planning.