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Underlying airway restrictions or imbalances in jaw alignment can lead to health problems. That’s why your custom night guard and dental mouthguard in Portland, OR are designed with more than just protection in mind. Dr. Kaady considers your airway, jaw health, and overall well-being before recommending any appliance. He will design a custom-fit appliance that:
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Not all mouthguards are created equal. While store-bought options may offer basic protection, they often don’t fit well. Plus, they’re not designed to address the deeper issues that can affect your comfort, sleep, or jaw function.
At Bridgetown Dental, each custom appliance is thoughtfully crafted to support your breathing, bite, and overall well-being, not just your teeth. If airway issues are suspected, Dr. Kaady may recommend a take-home sleep study. It will give us a clearer understanding of your breathing patterns during sleep. We offer several types of custom mouthguards:
These appliances gently shift the lower jaw forward to open the airway and improve nighttime breathing. They reduce snoring, improve oxygen flow, and support more restful, restorative sleep without the need for a CPAP.
As your TMJ mouth guard dentist in Portland, Dr. Kaady creates these to relieve pressure on the jaw joints, ease facial tension, reduce headaches, and support joint healing.
This custom teeth grinding guard is designed to prevent grinding and clenching while you sleep, protecting your teeth from enamel erosion, fractures, and sensitivity.
Call Bridgetown Dental today to schedule your fitting for custom mouthguards in Portland. Sleep better, feel better, and protect your long-term health.
For some patients experiencing snoring that results from obstructed airways, an oral appliance may alleviate snoring. Oral appliances slightly advance the lower jaw position to prevent airway collapse and snoring during sleep. However, an ill-fitting mouth guard will not be beneficial for treating snoring, and the patients may even experience some side effects from that. If you suspect there’s more behind your snoring than just simply an obstructed airway, we can offer take-home sleep studies to assess the risk of airway-related issues.
Signs of nighttime grinding
Signs of TMJ evaluation
The first step to finding the right mouthguard for you is to know what you will be using it for. At Bridgetown Dental, a detailed dental examination will be performed with your dental health, jaw function, symptoms as well as airway or breathing issues to properly assess the proper appliance for your needs.
This level of testing ensures that your mouthguard will serve its intended function and isn’t just a “one-size-fits-all” answer to your problem. If you have been searching for an office in Portland, OR that creates custom mouthguards then Dr. Kaady at Bridgetown Dental can assist you with determining and evaluating what may be best to fit your situation.
For a small monthly fee, your dental cleanings, exams, and X-rays are covered. Plus, you’ll receive a discount on your other needed treatments.
Custom mouthguards can protect your teeth, reduce clenching, ease TMJ discomfort, and even improve sleep quality. At Bridgetown Dental, Dr. Kaady designs each guard based on your anatomy, breathing patterns, and jaw alignment. These appliances can be used to prevent damage from grinding, relieve tension, or support airway health while you sleep.
If you wake up with jaw tension, headaches, or sensitive teeth, you might be grinding or clenching in your sleep — a sign you may need a custom night guard in Portland, OR These signs could point to bruxism or even an underlying airway issue. Dr. Kaady evaluates your bite, breathing, and symptoms before recommending a guard and may suggest a sleep study if needed. The goal isn’t just to protect your teeth, but to reduce strain, improve sleep, and support your whole-body health.
Yes, especially if your symptoms stem from airway restriction. Certain mouthguards reposition your jaw slightly forward to help keep the airway open while you sleep. This can reduce snoring, improve oxygen flow, and lead to better sleep quality. Dr. Kaady will assess your breathing and may recommend a sleep study to ensure this type of appliance is the right fit for your needs.
Yes. A custom night guard is molded to your exact bite, so it’s more comfortable, more durable, and far more protective than a one-size-fits-all store-bought teeth grinding guard. As your dental mouthguard provider in Portland, Dr. Kaady ensures a precise fit that protects your teeth and eases jaw strain.
A mouthguard usually protects your teeth during sports and physical activity, while a night guard is worn during sleep to protect against teeth grinding (bruxism) and clenching. Both are custom-fitted by Dr. Kaady for comfort and maximum protection.
If you grind or clench your teeth — often signaled by jaw soreness, headaches, worn teeth, or a partner hearing grinding at night — a custom night guard can protect your enamel and relieve strain. Dr. Kaady can confirm whether you’re a good candidate.
A custom night guard in Portland typically ranges from about $300 to $600, depending on the design and materials. While pricier than a drugstore version, a custom guard fits precisely, lasts far longer, and protects your teeth much more effectively.
Yes. Custom night guards are molded to your exact bite, so they’re more comfortable, more durable, and far more protective than one-size-fits-all drugstore guards, which can be bulky and even worsen jaw strain. A precise fit makes a real difference.
Often, yes. By cushioning your bite and reducing clenching, a custom night guard can ease TMJ-related jaw pain, headaches, and muscle tension. Dr. Kaady may combine a night guard with other TMJ therapies for the best relief.
With proper care, a custom night guard typically lasts several years — often 3 to 5 or more. Heavy grinders may need replacements sooner. Cleaning it daily and storing it properly helps extend its life.
Rinse it after each use, brush it gently with a soft toothbrush (no abrasive toothpaste), and let it air-dry before storing in its case. Periodically soak it in a denture or guard cleaner, and bring it to checkups so we can inspect the fit.
Yes. We create custom-fitted sports mouthguards that protect teeth and gums during athletic activity far better than boil-and-bite versions. A custom guard stays securely in place and lets you breathe and speak more easily on the field.
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