Originally Posted by
Tussockface
Mossdog, I was sceptical when told the same thing some years ago. I remained sceptical even after several of my teeth cracked under the pressure. I even changed my dentist, but the new one told me the same thing and scared me even more with research about the enormous forces some people generate through their jaws every night without being aware of anything at all. Eventually, I caved in before the remainder of my teeth did. I didn't think I'd be able to tolerate a night guard, but it's actually OK. And it might be imagination, but my jaws do seem less tense in the morning.PeteS is clearly right though - a guard is only worth considering if bruxism is a current issue.