Preventive & General
Custom Night Guards for Teeth Grinding in Vile Parle East, Mumbai.
A thin, comfortable guard made exactly for your bite, to protect your teeth from night-time grinding and help you wake up without jaw pain or headaches.
- Duration
- Ready in about 5 to 7 days
- Sessions
- Typically 2 visits
- Price
- Personalized after consultation
Many people who grind their teeth have no idea they are doing it. It happens in their sleep. The first clue is often something else. A dull headache every morning. A jaw that feels tired or tight on waking. Teeth that have started to look shorter or flatter. Or a partner who says, "You make a grinding sound at night."
Teeth grinding, called bruxism, puts huge pressure on your teeth and jaw, night after night. Over time, it can wear down enamel, crack teeth, break fillings, and damage expensive work like veneers, crowns, and implants.
A custom night guard is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect against this. At Designer Smiles in Vile Parle East, Dr. Kavita Bhat Kumar and the team make night guards that fit your bite exactly, so they are comfortable enough to actually wear every night.
01 / Overview
What is a night guard?
A night guard is a thin, removable appliance that you wear over your teeth while you sleep. It sits between your upper and lower teeth, so when you grind or clench, your teeth press against the guard instead of against each other. It is also called a mouth guard for grinding, a bite guard, a bruxism splint, or an occlusal splint.
A night guard does not stop the habit of grinding itself, but it does three important things:
Protects your teeth. The guard takes the wear, not your enamel.
Relaxes your jaw muscles. A well-made guard spreads the biting force evenly, which helps reduce muscle strain.
Protects dental work. Veneers, crowns, bonding, and implants last longer when they are not being ground down at night.
There are different types of night guards:
Hard night guards are made from rigid acrylic. They are the most durable and are usually preferred for heavy grinding and jaw problems.
Soft night guards are made from a flexible material. They can feel more comfortable at first, but they are better for light clenching.
Dual-layer night guards have a soft inner layer for comfort and a hard outer layer for strength.
The right type depends on how much you grind, the condition of your jaw, and your comfort.
02 / Signs
Signs you may need a night guard.
You may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night if any of these sound familiar:
- You wake up with a headache, especially around the temples.
- Your jaw feels tired, tight, or sore in the morning.
- Someone has told you they hear you grinding your teeth in your sleep.
- Your teeth look flatter, shorter, or have small chips at the edges.
- Your teeth have become sensitive to hot or cold without any cavity.
- Your fillings, crowns, or veneers keep breaking.
- Your jaw clicks, pops, or feels stiff when you open your mouth.
- You have ear pain or face pain with no ear problem found.
- You notice yourself clenching your jaw during stress or work.
If your jaw pain is severe, or your jaw locks, a detailed jaw joint check may be needed. See our TMJ treatment page for more.
03 / Benefits
Benefits of a custom night guard at Designer Smiles.
- 01Stops tooth wear. Protects your enamel from being ground away night after night.
- 02Fewer morning headaches. Many people notice fewer tension headaches after wearing a guard regularly.
- 03Less jaw pain. Helps relax overworked jaw muscles.
- 04Protects your investment. Keeps veneers, crowns, bonding, and implants safe from grinding damage.
- 05Custom fit, so you actually wear it. Thin and comfortable, unlike bulky store-bought guards.
- 06Saves money in the long run. Preventing a cracked tooth costs far less than fixing one.
- 07Better sleep. Less jaw tension often means more restful sleep, for you and sometimes for your partner too.
05 / Your Visit
What your night guard visit actually feels like.
Getting a night guard is one of the easiest visits you can have. There are no injections and no drilling, just a check-up, measurements, and a fitting. Both appointments are usually short.
You are treated in a private operatory with relaxing music, and every step is explained. And like every appointment at Designer Smiles, you leave with the comfort ritual patients love: a warm towel and a gentle neck and face massage. For someone carrying a lot of jaw tension, that part often feels especially good.
06 / Recovery
Getting used to your night guard and caring for it.
It is normal to feel a little strange wearing a night guard for the first few nights. You may notice extra saliva or feel the guard in your mouth. Most people get used to it within one to two weeks. If it feels tight, loose, or your bite feels off in the morning, come back for an adjustment rather than stopping.
To keep your night guard clean and working well:
- Brush your teeth before putting the guard in.
- Rinse the guard every morning and clean it gently with a soft brush and mild soap.
- Do not use hot water, as it can bend the guard out of shape.
- Store it in its case, away from pets and direct sunlight.
- Bring it to your dental check-ups so it can be checked for wear.
A hard night guard usually lasts several years with good care. If you grind heavily, it may need to be replaced sooner.
04 / Our Process
How your custom night guard is made.
- Step 01
Consultation and Examination
Dr. Kavita checks your teeth for signs of wear, looks at your bite, and examines your jaw joints and muscles. You will be asked about headaches, jaw pain, sleep, and stress, because these help show why you are grinding.
- Step 02
Choosing the Right Guard
Based on how much you grind and whether you have jaw pain, the right type of guard (hard, soft, or dual-layer) is chosen for you.
- Step 03
Measurements of Your Teeth
Precise impressions or scans of your teeth are taken. This is quick and painless, and it is what makes the guard fit you exactly.
- Step 04
Lab Fabrication
Your night guard is made to your measurements. This usually takes about 5 to 7 days.
- Step 05
Fitting and Bite Adjustment
At your second visit, the guard is fitted and carefully adjusted so your bite feels even and comfortable. You will be shown how to put it in, take it out, and clean it.
- Step 06
Review
A short follow-up visit checks how you are getting used to the guard and makes any small adjustments needed.
07 / Pricing
Night Guards Cost in Vile Parle East, Mumbai.
The cost of night Guards depends on your specific case. After your consultation, you will get a clear, written cost, with no hidden charges.
Price
Personalized after consultation
Written cost after consultation · No hidden charges
08 / Why Designer Smiles
Why patients in Vile Parle, Andheri, and across Mumbai choose Designer Smiles for night guards.
- 0130+ years of experience. Dr. Kavita Bhat Kumar has been treating patients in Vile Parle East since 1995, and has seen the long-term damage grinding can cause.
- 02A proper check, not just a guard. Your teeth, bite, and jaw joints are examined, so the cause of your symptoms is understood.
- 03Custom fit and bite balancing. Each guard is adjusted to your bite so it is comfortable and does not strain your jaw.
- 04Protection for cosmetic work. Especially important if you have veneers, bonding, crowns, or implants.
- 05ISO 9001:2015 certified. Hygiene and clinical consistency checked to an international standard.
- 06Award-winning clinical care. Recognised with the Famdent Excellence in Dentistry Award (Highly Commended, Clinic of the Year 2021) and the Indian Healthcare Professionals Awards in 2020 and 2021.
- 07Easy to reach. In Vile Parle East, close to Andheri, Santacruz, and Bandra, and a short drive from Mumbai's international airport.
09 / For Visitors
Getting a night guard during a Mumbai visit?
A custom night guard needs only two short visits, about 5 to 7 days apart, which makes it easy to fit into a trip to Mumbai. If you are also getting veneers or other cosmetic work done here, the night guard can be made at the end of your treatment so your new smile is protected from day one. Designer Smiles is a short drive from Mumbai's international airport.
10 / FAQ
Common questions about night guards.
11 / Related
Treatments often linked with night guards.
Book Your Consultation
Waking up with jaw pain or headaches?
Book a consultation at Designer Smiles in Vile Parle East, Mumbai. Dr. Kavita will check your teeth and jaw for signs of grinding, and explain whether a custom night guard is right for you.