Wearing a mouth guard or a night mouth guard protects your teeth from grinding or clenching while sleeping. Certain specialized types can also help reduce snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
There are, however, differences between mouth guards. They fall into three categories, depending on your needs. Keep reading to learn about the different types, including which ones are best for different situations.
What are the different types of mouth guards? Read on to find out more.
Stock mouth guards
Stock mouth guards are the most widely available and most affordable mouth guards. You can find them in most sporting goods stores and pharmacies. There are usually three sizes, small, medium, and large, and fit over your teeth. Stock mouth guards generally cover only the top teeth. Although stock mouth guards are inexpensive and easy to find, they do have some drawbacks. Because of their limited size options, they are usually uncomfortable and do not provide a snug fit. In addition, their limited size options can make it hard to talk while wearing them.
Custom-made mouth guards
You can also get a custom night guard by a professional mouth guard manufacturer, typically a dental lab. Softness and durability must be balanced in a quality mouth guard. Custom fitting makes it as comfortable and effective as possible. Depending on the severity of your grinding and clenching, how long the night guard lasts can vary. It’s important to select a material whose durability is a good match for your level of grinding. Depending on how severely you grind your teeth, you may need additional mouth guards that you can use as a replacement or to alternate between.
If you order your custom night guard online, you will receive an impression kit to take an impression of their teeth at home. A prepaid envelope is provided to send the mold to the lab, where the mouth guard will be created, tailor made exactly to your teeth and finished by hand for a more precise fit.
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