Night guards are dental devices specifically designed to prevent patients from damaging their teeth due to night time teeth clenching or grinding. This dental condition is also know as "bruxism”.

Bruxism slowly cause teeth to loose enamel by getting shorter or cause the enamel to break off near the gingiva. If left untreated, the nerve of the tooth can be exposed and cause pain and sensitivity. Untreated bruxism could also lead to dental treatments such as root canals, crowns, or dental extractions.

Although a night guard may seem unnecessary, it could be the most useful dental and most effective dental treatment. When your teeth are able to remain unchanged from damages and wear-and-tear, you can keep your teeth younger looking for a long time.