A Splint Or Night Guard Can Help You

The names splint and night guard describe the same thing: an acrylic appliance that is worn on the upper or lower teeth overnight.

Splint Treatment

Splints treatment will help with the following issues:

  • Headaches, and stiff or sore neck muscles

  • Clenching and grinding of your teeth (bruxism)

  • Protecting any dental work you may have (veneers, dental implants, dental crowns)

  • Improving the alignment of your jaw and relieving pressure on your TMJ

  • Helping you sleep

  • Helping to maintain the health of your spine and good posture

Wearing a Splint for Bite Problems

A splints treatment can also be used as a temporary and inexpensive solution to bite problems. This may be applicable if pursuing orthodontics (braces) through a referral by Ambiance Dental to a specialist, or if dental reconstruction (crowns, veneers or onlays) isn’t feasible at the time.

Wearing a splint may also be used as a preliminary diagnostic step before getting the above treatments. By wearing your splint 24/7 for 3-12 months, and getting regular adjustments every 1-2 weeks, we are able to determine the best relationship between the upper and lower jaws, and the best position of the TMJ. This information can be used to offer the best results when any bite rehabilitation is pursued.

The Team at Ambiance Dental, are your dentists, located in downtown Calgary, offering uncompromising care.

Our Dental Services

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Teeth Whitening

Having a brighter, whiter smile leaves a better impression and can greatly improve how you feel about yourself!

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Dental Implants

If you've had a tooth extracted or have several missing teeth, dental implants may be a good option for restoring your smile.

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Teeth Veneers

Porcelain veneers are thin shells of tooth-coloured porcelain that can be bonded to the front of your teeth to improve their appearance.

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Dental Crowns & Fillings

A dental crown will strengthen your tooth, improve its colour, and restore it to an ideal shape to help your bite and smile!

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Emergency Dental Care

We strive to see our Calgary clients in need of emergency dental care within 24 hours (same day, where possible).

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Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is a treatment where a durable tooth-coloured material is applied to your tooth surface and sculpted to create a natural looking tooth.

Visit our Downtown Calgary Dental Clinic

New patients are welcome! Come in for a short Meet & Greet or book a New Patient Comprehensive Exam. The better we get to know you, your concerns, and your oral health, the better we can provide a positive experience for you.
You can visit us at 850 2nd Street SW #212, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2P 0R8 or call us at 403-261-7661 to get started.

…or come in for a short Meet & Greet first.

Frequently Asked Question About Night Guards