Custom Dental Nightguards in Vancouver, WA

3D Printed Nightguards

To design custom nightguards, we run a digital scan of your teeth, your jaw, and your bite. From that scan, we 3D print custom nightguards in-house with exceptional accuracy and a quicker turnaround time than mailing to a lab.
Benefits of our 3D printed dental nightguards include:
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• Speed: In-house printing shortens wait times and eliminates shipping delays (and potential damage).
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• Precision fit: Digital designs result in excellent comfort and an exact fit to your mouth.
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• Easy remakes: Your digital file makes adjustments or replacements simple and easy.
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Why Wear a Dental Nightguard?

A dental nightguard can shield your teeth and jaw from the forces of nighttime grinding and clenching. With that, nightguards can be highly effective at:
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• Preventing wear and fractures: Nightguards help absorb the pressure from grinding and clenching.
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• Precision fit:Supporting jaw comfort: Many patients report fewer morning headaches and less jaw tenderness when wearing a nightguard consistently. Digital designs result in excellent comfort and an exact fit to your mouth.
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• Protecting your investment: Nightguards can shield veneers, crowns, and fillings.
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So, if you notice tooth wear or experience morning jaw tightness, you could be a great candidate for a custom dental nightguard.
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Types of Dental Nightguards

Every bite and grinding pattern is different. That’s why different types of nightguards could be better suited for specific needs.

 Generally, different types of nightguards are characterized by their:
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• Material: Dental nightguards can be soft, hard acrylic, or dual laminate. While soft nightguards can be ideal for mild clenching, hard acrylic nightguards tend to be better for heavy grinders. Dual-laminate nightguards, which are soft on the inside and hard on the outside, are also popular for comfort and longevity.
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• Placement: Nightguards can be designed to fit the upper jaw or lower jaw. Your bite, restorations, and comfort will dictate whether an upper and/or lower nightguard is best for you.
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Nightguard Care & What to Expect

From your first scan, we make the process easy and hassle-free—and we’ll send you home with nightguard care instructions that are easy to follow.

Here’s what to expect when you’re getting a dental nightguard:
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1. You'll visit West Vancouver Dental for a digital scan.
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2. We’ll create a custom design for your dental nightguard.
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3. You’ll try on your new nightguard.
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4. We’ll make any adjustments needed.
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5. We’ll give you wear and care instructions.
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Daily nightguard care instructions:
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• Rinse your nightguard after each use, brushing it gently. Avoid using toothpaste on your nightguard because it can be too abrasive.
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• Let your nightguard air-dry in a ventilated case.
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• Keep your nightguard away from heat, pets, and pockets.
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Additional care tips for dental nightguards: 
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• Bring your nightguard to your dental cleaning appointments for a pro check.
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• Each week, soak your nightguard in a non-abrasive denture or retainer cleaner, following the product’s instructions.
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• Personal ultrasonic cleaners can be very effective at maintaining your appliance.
  
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If your teeth hurt after wearing a nightguard, keep in mind that: 
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• A brief adjustment period is common.
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• Mild morning pressure or sensitivity usually fades within 2 weeks.
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• If discomfort persists after 2 weeks, contact West Vancouver Dental for a quick fit adjustment.
  
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