Dr. Joseph Gargano, Dr. Theodore Gargano, and Dr. Melissa Volpe Merwin of Gargano Family Dentistry provide dentistry for the whole family at his practice in North Haven, CT. If you are looking for a mouth guard that will protect your teeth and gums, Dr. Joseph Gargano is the trusted name in family dentistry.
A properly fitted mouthguard should cover your teeth and protect your gums. There are four key aspects to look out for to ensure that your mouthguard is properly fitted:
- Patients should be able to breathe and speak with ease. If your mouthguard prevents you from doing this, then the mouthguard should be readjusted to fit properly.
- A mouthguard should fit securely in the patient's mouth. This is an important indicator of the mouthguard and attention needs to be given to the mouthguard to realign it for a better fit.
- The mouthguard should feel comfortable in the patient's mouth. It should end between the first and second molars inside the mouth.
- A mouthguard should provide sufficient coverage inside the patient's mouth. If the mouthguard is too short it will cause the patient's roots to be vulnerable, while a mouthguard that sits too high will cause discomfort.
Visit your family dentistry in North Haven, CT, to see if a mouthguard is a right option for you. There are several benefits associated with wearing a nightguard to sleep. Believe it or not, a nightguard can prevent snoring. Mouthguards in general prevent dental injury. During the night, some patients may experience tooth grinding which can cause damage to teeth. A night guard will prevent the upper and lower jaw from making contact and, in doing so, protect the teeth.
Jaw clenching is another common issue that patients may suffer from. Wearing a nightguard may reduce jaw tension and pain. If you have experienced waking up with headaches, then jaw clenching and grinding may be the culprit. A dental nightguard can prevent you from getting muscle fatigue caused by this clenching and grinding. If you experience any of these issues, it may be time to contact Dr. Gargano to assist you with a dental mouth guard or dental nightguard.
A nightguard can help you to attain healthy sleep patterns and will ultimately save you money in the long run from damage caused by clenching and grinding in your sleep. Give Dr. Gargano a call today at 203-239 2356. Dr. Joseph Gargano, Dr. Theodore Gargano, and Dr. Melissa Volpe Merwin of Gargano Family Dentistry offer family dentistry services in North Haven, CT, and have extensive experience in the industry and a passion for what they do.