How much do nightguards cost?
Quick answer
How much does a nightguard or sports guard cost in the UK?
At York House Dental Practice in West Byfleet, a custom nightguard is from £295 and a sports guard from £150.
A Michigan splint, used where the jaw joint itself needs treating, is £625. A dentist-made guard is thinner and fitted to your teeth, rather than a bulkier shop-bought one.
What is a nightguard for?
It protects your teeth from the force of grinding or clenching at night (bruxism). If you wake with a sore jaw, headaches, chipped or flattened teeth or cracked fillings, a guard takes the load off them. Our teeth grinding guide lists the signs.
Custom or shop-bought?
A custom guard is made from a scan or impression, so it is thin, stable and does not shift how your teeth meet. Boil-and-bite guards are cheaper but bulkier, and worn long-term they can change your bite. The custom nightguard here is from £295.
What is a sports guard?
A sports guard (from £150) is a thicker, custom cushion for contact and team sports. It protects the teeth, cheeks and jaw from impacts. We will also add one to other plans where it makes sense.
When is a splint the right answer?
Where the main problem is jaw-joint pain rather than just protecting the teeth, a Michigan splint (£625) may be recommended instead of a simple nightguard. Read Michigan splint vs night guard for the difference, and jaw clicking for the symptoms.
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