Teeth Grinding Mouth Guard
When you wake up in the morning, do you experience pain in your jaw joint? Do you have difficulty opening or closing your mouth? Do you have sensitivity in…
Willow Dental Group, Fresno · Last reviewed July 2026
When you wake up in the morning, do you experience pain in your jaw joint? Do you have difficulty opening or closing your mouth? Do you have sensitivity in your teeth or do they look shorter? Do you get routine headaches? These could be clear signs of grinding or bruxing. If un-controlled, you can damage your jaw joint, your teeth or any dental work you have received from your dentist.
Reasons For Grinding
The exact reason for grinding is still unknown but there are some factors that are associated with this problem such as:
- Stress and anxiety
- Drug abuse
- Excess use of Caffeine
- Smoking
- Excess use of alcohol
- Some prescription medication
- Mal-Occlusion or miss-bite
- And finally some disorders such as:
- Parkinsons disease
There is currently no cure for bruxing but it can be controlled. If you grind your teeth during the day or at night, your dentist will recommend a night guard to protect your teeth from these grinding forces. A night guard is a plastic cover that fits over your teeth to deflect the hard forces of chewing. Night guards will also increase the longevity of your dental work.
Night Guard Treatment
During the first visit your dentist will take an impression of your teeth. This impression is then sent to a dental laboratory where a custom-fit night guard is made.
On your second visit your dentist will show you how to place it into your mouth and will adjust it to your bite. There are different kinds of night guards from soft materials to harder plastic materials. Your dentist will recommend you the material best suited for you.
Why choose Mouth Guards at Willow Dental Group
Protect your teeth
A guard shields teeth from grinding damage.
Custom comfort
Made from an impression for a precise, comfortable fit.
Relieve jaw tension
Can ease jaw pain and headaches from clenching.
Better than store-bought
Superior protection and fit vs. drugstore versions.
Teeth Grinding Mouth Guard FAQs
Who needs a night guard?
A custom night guard is recommended for people who grind or clench their teeth (bruxism), often during sleep. It protects your teeth from wear, chips and jaw pain.
How is a custom mouth guard better than a store-bought one?
A custom guard is made from an impression of your teeth for a precise, comfortable fit. It offers better protection and comfort than a one-size-fits-all drugstore version.
How do I know if I grind my teeth?
Common signs include a sore jaw, headaches, worn or sensitive teeth, and disrupted sleep. If you notice these, mention it at your next visit so we can check for grinding.
How do I care for my night guard?
Rinse it after each use, brush it gently, and store it in its case. Bring it to your dental visits so we can check the fit and condition.
Teeth Grinding Mouth Guard in Fresno, CA
Willow Dental Group provides teeth grinding mouth guard for patients across Fresno, Clovis and the Central Valley. Schedule your visit at our Fresno dental office — new patients are always welcome.