Night GuardMouthpiece
We create custom devices tailored to oral condition and intended use, ranging from tooth protection during sports to managing sleep grinding.
What is a Custom Night Guard?
Custom-made night guards are based on teeth and oral condition, purpose of use
It is a custom‑made oral appliance. During sports activities.
Night Guard for protecting teeth and the oral cavity
To alleviate tooth wear and TMJ strain caused by sleep grinding
There is a splint for management.
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| Protecting teeth during exercise. | Use | Management of tooth wear due to teeth grinding |
| Cases where you engage in sports activities that may involve collisions or external impact | Use Candidates | If you grind or clench your teeth during sleep |
| When exercising | Wear Timing | Mainly During Sleep |
Reason custom sports night guard is needed
Impact occurring during sports activity can damage the teeth, gums, and surrounding oral tissues.
A customized Sports Night Guard is fabricated to fit the individual's dental alignment, helping provide stable wear and protect the teeth.
Teeth and Oral Protection
Reduced risk of damage from external impact
Custom-made for each individual
Fit that matches the dental alignment and oral shape
Stable Wear
Help the device fit properly during exercise.
Selection matching the exercise purpose.
Type selection considering sport and degree of impact
Sports Night Guard type
New York Yonsei Dental Clinic, depending on the intended use and exercise characteristics,
We fabricate soft‑type and hard‑type Sports Night Guards.
Soft type (production time: 1 day)
Can be used for general sports
(Can be fabricated as a fashion type)
Hard type (production period: 5 days)
Due to intense exercise,
Suitable for cases with significant impact
Occlusal Splint
To manage tooth wear and jaw discomfort caused by sleep grinding or clenching
It is a device made to fit an individual's oral condition.
Symptoms and Recommended Candidates
When tooth wear is severe (when front teeth and molars are flat)
When a tooth is chipped or fractured.
When TMJ pain occurs
When a headache occurs upon waking up.
When the neck feels stiff or painful upon waking up.
Customized Night Guard fabrication process
01 Oral Examination and Consultation
Confirmed the purpose of use and the status of teeth·oral cavity.
02 Oral Impression
We assess the individual's dentition and oral shape.
03 Custom Appliance Fabrication
We fabricate a night guard or splint that matches the intended use.
04 Wearing and Confirmation
We check the fit of the device and provide usage instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Type of Night Guard varies depending on the Use Purpose. There are devices to protect the teeth from grinding, splints used for TMJ Symptoms, and a Sports Night Guard that protects the teeth and mouth during exercise. After checking the Use Purpose and oral Status, we will guide you to a suitable device.
Occlusal devices used for bruxism and the occlusal stabilizers used for TMJ symptoms may look similar, but their fabrication purpose and adjustment methods differ based on diagnosis. If you have TMJ pain or discomfort, we first assess the condition and then guide you on the type of device and treatment plan.
Occlusal devices can help reduce the stress and wear on teeth, but they do not completely eliminate teeth grinding itself. Management methods are provided according to symptoms and oral condition.
Just because there is TMJ pain or discomfort when opening the mouth does not mean that treatment is done with the same device in all cases. After Confirmation of the Cause of the Symptoms and the TMJ Status, an Assessment is made of whether a splint is needed, and the treatment Procedure and Cost may vary depending on the Diagnosis.
A Sports Night Guard is a device used to protect the teeth and oral cavity from impact during exercise. The appropriate type can be selected based on the sport type and level of impact.
The two devices are different in Use Purpose and required function. Sports Night Guard is a device to protect teeth and the oral cavity from impact during exercise, and the grinding Night Guard is Used to reduce the burden on teeth caused by grinding and clenching during sleep. Because Material, Thickness, and shape are different, we recommend fabricating each device matching the intended Use.
Off-the-shelf devices may not fit the individual's teeth and oral shape accurately, which can cause them to come off easily or be uncomfortable when worn. At New York Yonsei Dental Clinic, we check the oral shape and take an impression to fabricate a device customized for the individual.
First, after confirming the Use Purpose and the Status of the teeth and oral cavity, we take an impression of the teeth with impression material. Based on the taken impression, a device matching the individual’s oral shape is fabricated. After completion, you Directly wear it to check the fit and we adjust the necessary parts.
In general, visits are required for consultation and oral Status Confirmation, impressions, and wear Confirmation and adjustment of the completed device. Thereafter, Progress can be checked regularly depending on the Type of device and usage Status.
Production time varies depending on the type of device.
· Occlusal Splint: hard type about 5~7 days, soft type about 2~3 days
· Sports Night Guard: soft type about 1 day, hard type about 5 days
The above period is a typical production time, and it may change depending on production circumstances.
The completed device is first tried on directly to check if it fits well in the mouth. After necessary adjustments, it is delivered to you, and the usage method, cleaning, and storage methods are also guided together.
A foreign-body sensation may be felt when first worn. We try on the completed appliance and Confirmation whether it fits, and adjust When Necessary. If discomfort persists, checking the appliance Status is recommended.
After Use, please wash the device clean, dry the moisture thoroughly, and store it in its dedicated case. Immersing it in hot water or boiling it may deform the shape of the device, so it is advisable to avoid this. Specific cleaning Procedures are provided as a Guide according to the Material of the device.
If the device becomes loose or cracked, please do not continue using it and contact the dental office. If the device does not fit properly in the mouth or is damaged, it may affect its protective function and comfort, so after checking its condition, adjustment or remaking may be necessary.
The usage period varies depending on the type of device, degree of wear, and oral condition. If the device is deformed or damaged, we check the condition and guide you on whether adjustment or replacement is needed.
Yes. At New York Yonsei Dental Clinic, foreign patients can also receive consultation in English. Please inquire before your visit if you have any questions about treatment.
New York Yonsei Dental Clinic operates on a Reservation system. Please make a Reservation before your visit for smooth treatment.
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· Lunch time: 12:30 pm~2 pm
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