Teeth grinding (bruxism) during sleep wears down enamel, causes jaw pain and can crack teeth over time. A custom-made night guard from Casa Dentique cushions the teeth and prevents further damage.
Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth — most commonly during sleep. Most people are unaware they grind until a partner notices the noise or a dentist identifies the characteristic wear patterns at a check-up. Without protection, bruxism progressively destroys enamel, flattens tooth cusps, causes fractures, increases sensitivity and strains the jaw joints (TMJ).
Worn, flat or chipped teeth. Morning jaw pain or headache. Facial muscle soreness. Tooth sensitivity. Clicking jaw. A partner reporting grinding sounds during sleep.
Stress and anxiety are the most common triggers. Sleep disorders, caffeine, certain medications and bite misalignment also contribute. Treating the cause and protecting the teeth with a guard is the combined approach.
A custom night guard from Casa Dentique is made from an impression of your teeth — fitting precisely and comfortably. It cushions the teeth and absorbs grinding force, preventing further enamel damage.
Over-the-counter boil-and-bite guards are bulky, uncomfortable and poorly fitting — reducing compliance. A custom-made guard from Casa Dentique is thinner, fits precisely and is far more likely to be worn consistently.
If bruxism has already caused significant wear, crowns, composite restorations or full mouth rehabilitation may be needed to restore lost tooth height.
Severe bruxism can cause temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction — jaw clicking, locking or facial pain. Dr. Anjali Katti will assess and refer for specialist TMJ management if needed.
Dr. Anjali Katti examines your teeth for signs of grinding — wear facets, chipped edges, flattened cusps and sensitivity patterns. X-rays check for cracks.
Precise impressions of both upper and lower teeth are taken. These are sent to a dental laboratory for your custom guard to be fabricated.
Your night guard is made from high-quality dental acrylic — hard enough to absorb grinding force, smooth enough to be comfortable.
The guard is fitted and adjusted for precise fit and comfortable bite. You leave with the guard ready to use the same night.
A follow-up appointment checks the guard is functioning correctly and causing no bite changes or discomfort.
Dental Specialist — Root Canal and Restorative Dentistry
Dr. Anjali Katti handles all general and restorative dental treatments at Casa Dentique. Every finding is explained clearly, and every treatment plan is discussed in full before any work begins.
View Full Profile →Fill in the form and our team will confirm within a few hours. For emergencies call directly.
We'll confirm within a few hours. For emergencies, call 9820465370 directly.
🔒 We respond within a few hours · Your data is safe
Book a visit at Casa Dentique, Seawoods — walk-ins welcome, specialist care guaranteed.
