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Could my bite guard mess up my teeth?
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Yes: Yes. Improperly designed, or improperly worn mouth guards can move teeth. Make sure you make your scheduled follow up appointments with your dentist to monitor progress.
Answered 1/15/2014
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Yes: As can anti-snoring appliances that cause jaw repositioning. Please make sure appliance is comfortable, does not make teeth or jaws sore, and is checked frequently. Once every 6 months may not be often enough.
Answered 2/26/2016
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TMJ Also: More concerning than messing up the teeth is that a hard bite guard can seriously affect a problem with your TMJ and/or muscle dysfunction problems.
Answered 12/24/2014
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Used to grind teeth when younger in sleep. Now 20, and started when wisdom tooth grows. Whn bite down feels like a weird sensation? Why? Night guard?
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