It can, if your morning headaches and jaw tension are caused by clenching or grinding your teeth. At Bass & Watson Family Dental, we can custom-make a nightguard to help reduce these symptoms.
How a Nightguard Can Help
- Reduces muscle strain — A nightguard can change how your teeth come together, meaning it can help reduce the intensity of jaw muscle contractions during your sleep. This can help reduce morning headaches and jaw soreness when you wake up.
- Helps protect your teeth — Wearing a nightguard can help prevent wear, cracks, and damage that is caused by grinding your teeth.
When a Nightguard Will Help Improve Your Symptoms
- Jaw soreness that's worse in the morning
- Frequent tooth clenching or grinding
- Worn, flattened, or chipped teeth
- Tender jaw muscles
- Headaches that you feel around your temples or sides of your head
What to Expect from a Nightguard
You may start noticing improvements in jaw soreness within a few days to a few weeks of wearing your custom nightguard consistently. As your jaw muscles experience less strain from clenching and grinding, morning headaches may become less frequent and less severe.
A nightguard is designed to protect your teeth from the effects of grinding, while also helping reduce the stress on your jaw muscles and joints. It doesn't stop the habit of clenching and grinding, but it will significantly reduce the symptoms caused by the underlying cause of your symptoms.
Schedule your Consultation for a Nightguard
Book your consultation at Bass & Watson Family Dental in Apex, NC. We want to help you find relief with a custom-made nightguard to help reduce your headaches and jaw pain. Consistency is key with nightguards. Wearing one every night will help you get the best results, and we are here to help you achieve that.