Pro 3: They are breathable.
Nightguards are specifically intended to be extremely comfortable to wear. After all, they are commonly employed in the treatment of sleep apnea. The way a mouth guard separates the upper and lower jaws from one other normally maintains your airway open.
As a result, you’ll sleep better at night. If you don’t have trouble breathing at night, the breathability of nightguards simply implies that you won’t have any problems wearing them.
Pro 4: They are comfortable.
When Dr. Sharma recommends a nightguard, he will take the time to choose one that fits your teeth appropriately. This ensures a proper and snug fit. As a result, not only is there an increase in effectiveness, but there is also a high level of comfort.
Pro 5: They can alleviate discomfort.
Nightguards are not only comfy, but they can also lower your suffering depending on the problem they cure. TMD, for example, is sometimes caused by bruxism and can be disturbing and uncomfortable.
It can cause jaw discomfort, migraines, and other aches and pains. However, nightguards can help to alleviate these issues while also reducing pain.
Con 1: They Can Be Uncomfortable (If Not Custom-made)
As previously said, nightguards are comfortable as long as they are fitted to your mouth.
Unfortunately, the inverse is also possible. If you buy a pre-made mouthguard, it may be uncomfortable and not fit well. The good thing is that this is readily addressed by ordering a personalized one.
Con 2: Waiting for the Custom Guard
It is possible that you will have to wait several weeks or more for your bespoke nightguard to be ready. However, some can have extremely fast turnaround times, so this is not always an issue.
Cons 3: You Must Accustom to Them
While nightguards are eventually comfortable, it may take some time to become used to them.
This would be true for any other medical gadget you begin using. That means you’ll have to be patient and wait a few nights or longer to become accustomed to the nightguard. Meanwhile, you may find it more difficult to relax and sleep. However, for the majority of individuals, this is well worth it. The inverse may also be true.