Dentist recommended a hard occlusal guard which "helps guide the lower jaw in the correct position &amp; minimize TMJ stress". Does your guard do that?
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I don't think anyone here would be qualified to answer that question other than the lab itself. Your dentist should give you recommendations. As for the bite guard part of it for clenching and protecting your teeth, these do pretty well.
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Yes this will cover your back teeth. I guess they mention the clenching because the inside of the guard is a little "chewy". It's not a completely hard guard. I clench and it works fine for me.
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Yes it covers all the upper teeth including back molar. I clench and that is why I got it (after I lost my $600 one from my dentist). I think it is fabulous and I prefer it to the expensive one I lost. I do not know why it would say not to buy if you clench. It sure works for me. Just be careful and follow the directions EXACTLY when making your mold. I couldn't be more pleased with mine so I say, do it!
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I would strongly recommend a real mouth guard, this pops on and off very easily, plus you need to worry about biting your tongue! Also most sports have pretty specific safety requirements.
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Does this nightguard relieve jaw and neck pain due to clenching? I have a really hard acrylic splint that has done nothing for me and makes the pain worse. Was hoping this would help.
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I'm not sure but I'd start w/ reg. because they are adjustable to depth of bite & completely flexible & I've use then for years & love 'em & they adjust to width & depth. Here's the #1-888-792-0865 call & they can answer Q & A...I suspect the narrow might be for children &/or very petite adults. They do a great job, last lots longer than they claim, & cost a small fraction of a custom nite guard - and do the IDENTICAL job !! :o)
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It's a retainer so all it does is stop your teeth from moving. I wear mine a few times a week while I sleep to make sure they don't move.
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That's the 2+2=4 answer I put together. nIf the strips work by just stretching your tissue (& the guy on Shark Tank said your body thinks it has to fill in spaces) then the mouth guard should work. We found one for under $3 at Academy, & I'm just starting to use it. We'll see...
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I had no difficulty adjusting to this dental guard. Before I use it however, I always run it under hot water to "soften it " for a few minutes. ThenI pop it in my mouth and my teeth make an imprint. No trouble at all. Hope this information helps.
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I have had dentist made night guards. When my dogs chewed my recently made guard, I did the do your own. I would try the Dentek products first. Be sure to read the directions several times before doing. It might take a couple times before it fits right. Be sure to talk to your dentist, first.
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Yes, it will keep the teeth spaced apart like a full mouth guard without such a large "footprint" encompassing your mouth.I do find that I sleep with my lips open, so my mouth will often feel...sticky?
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I have (had -seems to now be gone!) TMJ and my jaw does not even click anymore. My whole neck/jaw/head has been relieved from pressure. I noticed that right away. After using it every night before bed for the first week or so, I only use it a couple times a week now. It's been incredibly therapeutic for me.
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My guess would be yes... I only wear the upper guard at night. I do not see where an overbite would hamper the fit. It fits pretty snuggly on your teeth.
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I purchased it for the top teeth and it works quite well. I guess it's just a matter of personal preference - I've had retainers in the past that were just for the top, so it was the natural choice.
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I just bought the upper ones. I have never worn the bottom ones. I do however have a retainer I wear on the bottom from after I finished invisalign. I did not wear a bottom guard before my invisalign though.
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Hi Janice,I agree with others that have answered you. The guard fits loosely and keeps your tongue from bothering your teeth. So, once you get used to it, and place it in your mouth, you will not remember at a point you are using it and can sleep all night without any problems at all.
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The back of the guard is in a "U" shape, which sits between your teeth and wraps around the outside of your tooth between your tooth and jaw. The portion of the guard that sits between your teeth is flat.