Preventive & General · Nightguards
If you wake up with a sore jaw.
Custom guards that protect teeth from night-time grinding and clenching.
Nightguards in Dublin, CA
Grinding and clenching during sleep can wear enamel, crack restorations and leave the jaw sore in the morning. A custom nightguard creates a protective layer between the upper and lower teeth.
Is this right for me?
- Patients waking with jaw soreness or headaches
- Anyone with flattened, chipped or worn teeth
- Patients protecting crowns, veneers or implants
What to expect
01
An assessment of the wear
Dr. Chona looks at wear patterns, the bite and any sensitivity before recommending a guard.
02
A guard made to your bite
Custom-made from a scan or impression, then adjusted for comfort at a short fitting visit.
Worth knowing
- Treatment plans are personalized after an exam — recommendations depend on your oral health, history and goals.
- Costs and insurance coverage are explained up front, in plain language, before you decide.
- Let the team know if dental visits make you anxious; the pace of the appointment can be adjusted.
Nightguards questions
Common signs include morning jaw soreness, headaches, sensitivity and visible wear on the teeth. An exam can confirm it.
Related care
- Teeth Cleaning
Routine professional cleaning and exam — the foundation of preventive care.
- Deep Cleaning
Scaling and root planing for gum disease, below the gum line.
- Sealants
A thin protective coating over the grooves of back teeth.
- Fluoride Treatment
A quick professional application that helps strengthen enamel.
Ready when you are.
Book online any time, or send a request and the team will confirm a time with you.