Protecting your smile day and night
Custom Occlusal Guards (Night Guards)
If you grind or clench your teeth, especially during sleep, you may be placing excessive pressure on your teeth, jaw joints, and muscles. Over time, this can lead to worn enamel, cracked teeth, headaches, jaw pain, and TMJ discomfort.
A custom occlusal guard is a professionally fabricated appliance designed specifically for your bite. Unlike over-the-counter guards, custom guards are:
• Precisely fitted for comfort and stability
• Made from durable, high-quality materials- no BPA
• Designed to protect teeth from wear and fracture
• Balanced to reduce stress on jaw joints and muscles
By creating a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth, an occlusal guard helps preserve your natural teeth and restorations while supporting long-term oral health
Custom Sports Guards (Athletic Mouthguards)
For patients who participate in sports, a custom sports guard provides essential protection against dental injuries. Contact and high-impact sports can result in chipped teeth, fractures, or even tooth loss.
A custom sports guard offers:
• Superior fit and retention
• Greater comfort than store-bought options
• Enhanced shock absorption
• Improved ability to speak and breathe
Custom athletic guards are especially important for children, teens, and adults involved in basketball, soccer, baseball, martial arts, and other contact sports.
Retainers
Retainers help maintain tooth alignment after orthodontic treatment. Tray type of retainers can also be used as a Day Guard to help decrease pressure from clenching during stressful work and/or school projects.
Benefits:
• Prevents teeth from shifting
• Maintains long-term smile results
• Custom-fitted for comfort
• Available in removable or fixed options
Wearing retainers as recommended helps preserve your orthodontic investment.
A Preventive Investment to Protect Your Smile
Protective oral appliances play an important role in preventing:
• Tooth fractures
• Enamel wear
• Gum recession from trauma
• Jaw joint strain
• Orthodontic relapse
At Dr. Yip’s Office in Berkeley, we evaluate your bite, jaw function, and dental history to determine the most appropriate appliance for your needs.
Call (510) 841-7424 to schedule a consultation.