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CAN I USE RETAINERS AND NIGHT GUARDS INTERCHANGEABLY_.pptx

At Blue Turtle Dental, we have a digital scanner to help us create an impression of your teeth fast for nightguards &<br> retainers, while making less of an imprint on the environment and itu2019s virtually painless!<br>Before using a night guard or retainer for anything other than what they were designed for, consult your <br>Orthodontist in Palo Alto.

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CAN I USE RETAINERS AND NIGHT GUARDS INTERCHANGEABLY_.pptx

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  1. BLUE TURTLE DENTAL Can I Use Retainers And Night Guards Interchangeably?

  2. WELCOME TO OUR DENTAL CLINIC

  3. INTRODUCTION Various devices can boost your dental health – braces and aligners for straight teeth, dental ● implants for bone and gum preservations, and even mouthguards for sports protection. Two appliances people usually confuse for one another- night guards and retainers. ●

  4. NIGHT GUARDS VS. RETAINERS: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? 1. Retainers Keep The Teeth Aligned According to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), the function of retainers is to ● keep the teeth in their original position after orthodontic treatment. One main distinction between a night guard and a retainer is that the latter is used in ● orthodontics, whereas the former is not. 2. Night Guards Protect The Teeth From Grinding Night guards are used for patients who grind their teeth (bruxism), and they protect the teeth ● during sleep. Retainers are used after an orthodontic procedure to keep the teeth in place. Usually, night guards are worn only at night during sleep, whereas retainers can be worn in the ● daytime or fixed permanently in the mouth.

  5. RETAINER TYPES Before getting retainers in Palo Alto, it is good to know the difference between fixed and ● removable ones. Removable retainers can be worn and taken out by the patient, and they are often made of ● translucent plastic-like material and wire. On the other hand, a fixed retainer is one that the dentist places on the side of the teeth that ● faces the tongue, so it’s not visible to others.

  6. NIGHT GUARDS TYPES Soft night guards -These are designed for less severe teeth grinding and clenching. ● Hard night guards – These are designed for severe or heavy grinding. They are around three ● millimeters thick and are made from a dense and strong material, which is tough to bite through, but still flexible and gentle enough on teeth and joints. Hybrid night guards – These are designed for moderate to severe teeth grinding. ●

  7. ARE RETAINERS AND NIGHT GUARDS INTERCHANGEABLE? For people with bruxism and who also have undergone orthodontic treatment, the idea of ● employing one appliance for both conditions may seem appealing. But is it possible? While certain retainers can double as night guards, the opposite is not always true. If you have an ● aligner-style retainer, it can be used to eliminate or reduce bruxism as they fit over the entire arch of the teeth. On the other hand, night guards cannot replace retainers. Night guards don’t fit snugly enough as ● retainers, so teeth retention isn’t a feature they offer.

  8. CAN I WEAR A RETAINER WITH A NIGHT GUARD? Your dentist may suggest you wear your retainer and night guard on alternating schedules. ● However, these two appliances shouldn’t be worn together. Typically, night guards are a bit tougher and can be worn every night. That said, you shouldn’t ● disregard your retainer in favor of your night guard. Your Palo Alto dentist can help you decide the ideal schedule and advise on the best course of ● action.

  9. CONCLUSION At Blue Turtle Dental, we have a digital scanner to help us create an impression of your teeth fast for nightguards & retainers, while making less of an imprint on the environment and it’s virtually painless! Before using a night guard or retainer for anything other than what they were designed for, consult your Orthodontist in Palo Alto.

  10. OUR CLINIC Blue Turtle Dental is a privately owned and operated dental suite that offers comfort, skill, and careful attention to detail. Not only do we utilize the latest in technology, our staff are experienced professionals trained in cultural sensitivity as well as being multilingual.

  11. DENTAL SERVICES PREVENTIVE RESTORATIVE COSMETIC ORTHODONTIC PERIODONTIST Comprehensive exam, Our restorative care From replacing missing teeth Our orthodontic procedures We provide non-surgical teeth and periodontal procedures, including to teeth whitening, we offer help you maintain perfect and surgical procedures charting, x-rays, and crowns, bridges, fillings, many options to take care of teeth alignment and perfect to treat gingivitis, cleaning root canals, and dentures discolored, chipped, broken, bite with metal braces & periodontitis, and more misaligned or missing teeth. Invisalign. advanced periodontitis.

  12. WHY CHOOSE US? TRUST - Our policy is based on integrity: we don’t sell you treatments that have no benefit to you just to improve our bottom line. INNOVATION -Leading edge, high-tech treatments are what makes our practice unique. EFFICIENCY - We offer a wide range of services, including extended office hours, to meet all of your scheduling needs. WORK ETHIC - The blueprint for our success is based on our professional code of Practicing Perfect and Ethical Dentistry

  13. CONTACT ADDRESS 2290 Birch St, Suite A Palo Alto, CA 94306 81 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062. PHONE (650) 503-6777 (650) 345-5300 EMAIL info@blueturtledental.com WEBSITE https://www.blueturtledental.com/

  14. THANK YOU....

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