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bite guard

(bīt gahrd)

Occlusal appliance used for diagnosis or therapy of the maxillary-mandibular relationship.
Synonym(s): bite guard splint.

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If you have a habit of grinding or clenching your teeth, your dentist may fit you with a night-time bite guard so you do not damage your veneers.

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The LunaGuard Nighttime Dental Protector is a bite guard that provides better protection than conventional nighttime bite guards due to its unique design and materials, according to McKeon.

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If grinding of the teeth is a problem, you could speak to your dentist about getting a temporary bite guard that may help limit this habit.