“Both. It is a single, custom-made device that works as a night guard (protects your teeth from grinding wear) and as a retainer (holds your teeth in their current position). It is a thin, hard device worn at night.”
“The choice is completely yours. We often recommend both: it gives longer-lasting protection, and it also prevents the natural shifting of teeth that happens over time.”
“Yes. If one is lost or breaks you have another to wear right away, and a spare added during the same order comes at a reduced price, which lowers what you pay for each one. Better peace of mind and a better price per device.”
“No. A Keepers retainer is a passive appliance: it holds your teeth where they already are, it is not orthodontic treatment, and it does not straighten teeth.”
“Two ways. If you have had braces or aligners, your orthodontist almost certainly took a 3D scan at the end of your treatment and still has the file.”
“A night guard is a custom clear appliance worn during sleep. It creates a protective layer between your upper and lower teeth, so the force from grinding and clenching lands on the guard instead of directly on your enamel and dental work.”
“No. A night guard protects teeth from the wear of grinding, but it does not stop the grinding itself or treat its cause. If you may need a diagnosis or treatment, consult a dentist or specialist.”
“Soft guards are easier to adapt to at first; hard guards are more durable and stable; dual-laminate guards combine a soft inside with a firmer outside. The evidence does not crown one best for everyone.”
“It varies with the material, how intensely you grind, and care. Replace it when it cracks, wears through, loses its fit, or smells despite cleaning.”
“Yes. Your custom guard is made from a 3D scan and delivered to you. If you do not have a recent scan, we can help arrange one.”
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