Teeth grinding treatment Downtown Los Angeles. Dr. Kevin Chin at City of Angels Dentistry provides custom night guards and assessment for patients who grind or clench their teeth — same-week appointments available.
Patients who come in for teeth grinding treatment at City of Angels Dentistry often come in because their partner told them they grind at night, or because Dr. Chin noticed wear patterns during a routine exam. Either way, the conversation is the same — here's what's happening, here's what a night guard does, and here's what we should watch over time. He's been managing bruxism at City of Angels Dentistry in Downtown Los Angeles since 2018, and a custom night guard is the most practical and reliable intervention available.
Dr. Chin examines your teeth for wear patterns, evaluates jaw joint function, and assesses any existing restorations for grinding-related damage.
A precise impression of your teeth is taken. Your custom night guard is fabricated to fit your bite exactly and provide maximum protection.
Dr. Chin fits the night guard and reviews proper care. Wear patterns on the guard are monitored at regular checkups to assess grinding activity over time.
Teeth grinding treatment at City of Angels Dentistry starts with an assessment of the wear patterns and bite stress on your teeth, followed by a custom night guard that protects your enamel and restorations while you sleep. Same-week appointments available in Downtown LA.
Teeth grinding — clinically known as bruxism — is the habitual clenching or grinding of teeth, most commonly during sleep. At City of Angels Dentistry in Downtown LA, Dr. Kevin Chin provides assessment and custom night guard fabrication for patients with bruxism to protect tooth structure, restorations, and jaw joint health.
Common signs include flattened, shortened, or chipped tooth surfaces; increased tooth sensitivity; jaw soreness or stiffness upon waking; morning headaches; facial muscle tension; and unexplained cracking or failure of dental restorations. Many patients are unaware they grind until the signs are pointed out at a dental examination.
A night guard does not stop the grinding behavior itself — it protects teeth from the damage grinding causes. By placing a hard acrylic barrier between the upper and lower teeth, the grinding forces are absorbed by the guard rather than transferred to tooth enamel and restorations. Over time, this prevents the progressive wear and fracture that untreated bruxism causes.
Yes. Store-bought guards are made from soft material and don't fit precisely — they can actually increase jaw muscle activity in some patients. Custom night guards are fabricated from a precise impression, fit comfortably, and are made from hard acrylic that effectively absorbs grinding forces. They last significantly longer than store-bought options.
City of Angels Dentistry is at 1127 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1100 in Downtown LA — accessible from the Financial District, Bunker Hill, the Arts District, Koreatown, Echo Park, and Silver Lake.
Custom night guard pricing depends on the type and thickness. Many dental insurance plans cover night guards when bruxism is diagnosed. Dr. Chin's office verifies your coverage before fabrication.
Custom night guards typically last 3–5 years depending on the severity of the grinding. Heavy grinders may wear through a guard faster. Dr. Chin monitors the guard at regular checkups and advises when replacement is needed.
Yes. Chronic bruxism puts significant stress on the jaw joints (TMJ) and can cause pain, clicking, limited opening, or stiffness. Dr. Chin assesses jaw joint function as part of the bruxism evaluation.
Teeth grinding is common in children and often resolves on its own as permanent teeth come in. Dr. Chin evaluates childhood grinding and advises on whether intervention is needed based on the degree of wear and the child's developmental stage.
