Teeth grinding (bruxism) can
cause serious damage to your teeth. With
so much at stake, it’s no wonder that grinders are willing to spend a lot of
money on custom occlusal guards (or splints) to protect their valuable smile. But how much is too much? And exactly how much should an occlusal
guard cost?
The reason this question is so
important is because a) not everyone who grinds their teeth has dental
insurance, and b) dental insurance doesn’t always cover a night guard for teeth
grinding. In fact, in many cases, insurance pays up less than half the time –
and not always for the full cost. Most
of the time, dental night guard cost is your cost.
The guard price varies by
dentist, depending on the expertise of the dentist and their location. In most cases, your dentist will take bite
impressions in his or her office. Taking
a bite impression is a routine service that any competent dentist or dental
hygienist should be able to perform. A
typical price for an acrylic occlusal night guard is about $300-400, but $500
or more is not uncommon.
Having the feeling of trust in
your oral healthcare provider may also play a role in the decision
process. We generally don’t sell product
as a goal. Ethically, the more important
factor in accessing your needs is
what drives us to the decision of whether or not we recommend an occlusal
guard for your care. If we can be of
assistance please do not hesitate to call or email us.
Scheinfeld, Tourial and Lubell
Novy Scheinfeld, DDS, PC
290 Carpenter Drive, 200A
Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA 30328
404-256-3620
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