Night guards and bruxism with veneers and implants
Why New Zealand patients who grind must wear a night guard after veneers or implants from Picasso.
Why grinding matters
Bruxism forces exceed normal chewing — porcelain chips, implant components stress.
Solutions
- Hard acrylic night guard from clinic
- NZ dentist can fabricate from impressions post-trip
- Botox masseter (optional, NZ provider)
Signs you grind
- Morning jaw ache
- Partner hears grinding
- Flattened molars
Disclose before veneer prep — changes plan.