Custom Nightguards for Teeth Grinding in Flushing, NY

Do you wake up with headaches, jaw soreness, or notice your teeth feel worn down? You may be suffering from bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching)—a common condition that often happens unconsciously during sleep. At Preferred Dental Care in Flushing, we specialize in creating custom-fitted nightguards that protect your teeth, jaw, and overall oral health.

What is Bruxism?

Bruxism is the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, usually at night. Over time, this constant pressure can damage enamel, stress the jaw joints, and even lead to TMJ disorders, chronic headaches, and tooth loss.

Common Symptoms of Teeth Grinding Include:

  • Jaw pain or stiffness in the morning
  • Frequent headaches or earaches
  • Worn, chipped, or flattened teeth
  • Clicking or popping in the jaw joint
  • Interrupted sleep or insomnia

Bruxism is often linked to stress, anxiety, misaligned teeth, or poor sleep habits, and it affects both adults and children.

Nightguards for Bruxism in Flushing

The most effective way to stop nighttime teeth grinding is with a custom dental nightguard. Unlike over-the-counter options, our Flushing nightguards are professionally designed to fit your bite perfectly, ensuring comfort and maximum protection.

Benefits of a Custom Nightguard:

  • Prevents teeth from grinding together
  • Reduces jaw strain and TMJ pain
  • Protects dental restorations (crowns, veneers, fillings)
  • Improves sleep quality
  • Prevents long-term damage and costly dental work

If one type of nightguard isn’t effective, we can design alternative styles to fit your needs. In many cases, simply wearing a nightguard stops symptoms completely.

Additional Bruxism & TMJ Relief

Along with nightguards, we may recommend supportive therapies such as:

  • Stress management and relaxation techniques
  • Jaw and facial muscle exercises
  • Heat or cold compresses for pain relief
  • Dietary adjustments (avoiding hard or chewy foods)
  • Restoring teeth worn down by grinding with crowns or veneers

Our goal is not just to protect your teeth but also to improve your overall comfort and quality of life.

Schedule Your Nightguard Consultation in Flushing

If you suspect you grind or clench your teeth, don’t wait for serious damage to occur. At Preferred Dental Care in Flushing, we provide advanced nightguard therapy for bruxism and TMJ disorders.

Call us today at (718) 445-7600 to schedule your appointment and protect your smile while you sleep. We proudly serve patients throughout Flushing, Bayside, Fresh Meadows, Elmhurst, Forest Hills, Kew Gardens, Whitestone, and all of Queens, NY.