Night Guards and Sports Guards in Singapore
Types of Appliances We Provide
Penn Pacific Dental Center provides two types of custom oral appliances: night guards for teeth grinding and clenching, and sports guards for impact protection during physical activity.
Night Guards for Teeth Grinding and Clenching
A night guard is a custom-made appliance worn during sleep to protect teeth from the effects of grinding (bruxism) or clenching.
We provide night guards in hard, soft, and dual-layer designs. These differ in rigidity, feel, durability, and how they function when you bite. The appropriate design depends on factors such as your grinding or clenching pattern, bite, existing restorations, tooth wear, and clinical findings at examination. Dual-layer night guards are the design most commonly provided at Penn Pacific Dental Center.
For the full nightguard process, pricing, and what to expect at each visit, see our custom night guard page. For more on the signs and causes of teeth grinding, see our teeth grinding guide.
Sports Guards for Impact Protection
A sports guard is a custom-fitted appliance worn during contact or ball sports to reduce the risk of dental injury.
Unlike an over-the-counter mouthguard, a custom sports guard is made to fit your teeth and bite more closely.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between a hard, soft, and dual-layer night guard?
The three designs differ in rigidity, feel, durability, and how they function when you bite. Your dentist recommends the appropriate design based on your grinding or clenching pattern, bite, existing restorations, and examination findings. Dual-layer is the design most commonly provided at Penn Pacific Dental Center.
Can I buy a sports guard from a store instead?
A store-bought guard offers some protection, but it is not custom-fitted. A custom sports guard is made to fit your teeth and bite more closely and provide better protection.
Is Penn Pacific Dental Center near Tanjong Pagar MRT?
Yes. The clinic is at 160 Robinson Road, #05-14 SBF Center, a short walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT (East-West Line). It is also accessible from Shenton Way MRT (Thomson-East Coast Line) and Telok Ayer MRT (Downtown Line).
