Lower Night Guard vs. Upper Night Guard


There are two fundamental types of night guards – those that fit on the lower jaw and those that fit on the upper jaw. Lower night guards are often adjustable and use far less material than their upper-jaw counterparts. Upper night guards are usually customizable, offering a secure fit and protection for all teeth.

Upper Night Guard

The video on the right is an example of a customizable upper night guard made by DenTek Oral Care (Our Sponsors). On this night guard a Custom Form Layer molds to teeth and gums for superior retention and the “Grind Shield Layer” protects all teeth from grinding, similar in design to the nightguards prescribed by dentists. Easy to fit and stays in place with less bulk.

Comments:

sek1027 :If you find the products made at the dentist too hard and uncomfortable, this night guard could be just the thing for you. For a small price, I would recommend trying it out. I’ve had TMJ since I got my wisdom teeth out almost 25 years ago and this nightguard was pretty easy to re-size and has definitely relieved my pain.

deanoG : I’ve tried every one of these mouth guards on the market! This product is the ONLY one I could completely recomend. WOW, take your time and follow their directions to set this night guard up correctly and man oh man sleep like a baby every night. NO more pain, NO more discomfort. Nicely Done - Excellent Product, Thank You.

Lower Night Guard

The video on the left is an example of an adjustable lower night guard, also made by DenTek :-) This night guard is ready to wear right out of the package, this lower nightguard (DenTek Comfort-Fit Nightguard) uses less material and a lower-jaw fit to give you all the same advantages as an upper night guard.
Comments:

sleigh -I love this mouthguard!! It fits me perfect..no adjustment was necessary. I forget I even have it in because it is very comfortable.

MAC777 : I’ve had this just a week now and I will purchase again. My only issue is the clear plastic connecting piece….I wish is was softer. It digs into my gums a bit, so I have to move the appliance around in my mouth a lot.