Night guards and mouth guards are designed to protect the integrity of the teeth against injuries caused by grinding and sports. Night guards and mouth guards provided by a dentist offer a higher level of quality than prefabricated ones. Since they are molded to fit the teeth perfectly, professionally made mouth guards/night guards provide better protection than store-bought styles. They are more durable and generally last longer. When a patient is diagnosed with bruxism, teeth grinding problem, a few remedies may be suggested to resolve the issue. The most popular of which is a night guard. Not exactly a treatment, the mouthguard or night guard does not really stop the habit of teeth clenching and grinding, but it helps the patient prevent possible damage to his teeth. A mouth guard is an oral appliance that the patient wears during sleep so that it can absorb all the grinding and clenching forces.