Nightguards for Bruxism and TMJ North Brunswick, NJ

Protect Your Smile While You Sleep

AmeriDental helps patients protect their teeth and relieve jaw discomfort with custom nightguards for bruxism and TMJ. Grinding or clenching your teeth at night can cause worn enamel, chipped teeth, headaches, and jaw pain.

TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, making it difficult to open or close your mouth comfortably. Our custom nightguards help reduce these symptoms while keeping your teeth safe.

First Visit

Understanding Bruxism and TMJ Symptoms

Bruxism is an unconscious habit of grinding or clenching the teeth, usually during sleep. Many patients are unaware they grind their teeth until they notice symptoms such as morning jaw soreness, headaches, ear pain, or visible damage to their teeth. Over time, this repetitive stress can cause worn enamel, tooth fractures, and increased sensitivity.

TMJ disorders involve tension and dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. This can cause discomfort, stiffness, clicking, or popping sounds when opening or closing the mouth. Some patients also experience difficulty chewing or a feeling of the jaw locking.

These conditions often occur together. Continuous teeth grinding can worsen TMJ pain and increase muscle tension, making daily jaw movement uncomfortable. If left untreated, bruxism or TMJ can lead to more serious dental issues, including misalignment and chronic pain. Early intervention with a nightguard can relieve discomfort, protect teeth, and support healthier jaw function over time.

Guards

Custom Nightguards vs. Over-the-Counter Guards

Over-the-counter nightguards are available at pharmacies and can provide temporary relief. However, they often do not fit perfectly, which can make clenching worse or fail to fully protect teeth. Custom nightguards, created by our team at AmeriDental, are designed to fit the unique shape of your teeth and jaw.

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Benefits

Benefits of Wearing a Nightguard

Wearing a nightguard can have multiple advantages for patients with bruxism or TMJ disorders:

01

Reduce headaches and jaw pain

Nightguards help relax tense jaw muscles, decreasing discomfort in the morning.

02

Protect teeth from wear

The appliance prevents enamel loss, cracks, and fractures caused by grinding.

03

Support jaw health

Nightguards redistribute pressure from clenching, which can alleviate tension in the TMJ joint.

04

Promote better sleep

Less discomfort and muscle strain allow for more restful sleep, improving overall wellbeing.

In addition to these benefits, nightguards are durable and can last for years with proper care. They are easy to clean and maintain.

Schedule Your Nightguard Appointment

AmeriDental combines experience and advanced dental technology to help patients with bruxism and TMJ disorders. Dr. Neelima Paladugu has over 15 years of experience in diagnosing and treating jaw and teeth-related conditions. Our custom nightguards provide comfort, protection, and long-term relief.

If you are experiencing jaw pain, headaches, or worn teeth, schedule an appointment with AmeriDental today. Let us create a custom nightguard to protect your smile while you sleep and reduce discomfort associated with bruxism and TMJ.

Schedule an Appointment

Call (732) 274-0100