West End Dental is excited to begin seeing patients safely. These are unprecedented times, and we want to reassure you that we have taken every precaution to ensure your safety and wellbeing during your visit.
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Taking temperatures and pulse oximetry measurements of every patient and caregiver before they enter our clinic.
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Screening each person entering the building for any symptoms and redirecting them if symptoms are present.
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Modifying our waiting rooms and how we deliver care to honor social distancing.
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All caregivers will be masked as well as patients anytime they are not receiving treatment.
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Increased cleaning procedures, frequency, and improved products for cleaning
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We also request that patients please arrive as close to their appointment time as they can and that they please not bring additional persons to their appointment if possible.
We ask that you understand that our provider's time is more crucial than ever and request that you be prompt to your appointment, arriving no sooner or later than your appointment time. Understand that if you cancel your appointment less than 48 hours in advance or are more than 15 minutes late to your visit, we may charge your account a $50.00 non-refundable fee.
Thank you for choosing West End Dental. We are committed to safe, compassionate care, especially as we continue to deal with impacts of COVID-19. If you have any concerns before, during, or after you visit, please do not hesitate to make us aware of them. We are all in this together and are committed to creating a safe, compassionate and healing environment.
Nightguards
Bruxism (teeth grinding) can cause moderate to severe long-term damage to teeth. Constant grinding wears down the surface of the tooth, exposing the soft dentin beneath the enamel. This is why it's important to protect your teeth while you sleep by wearing a bite guard. Bruxism can even cause a root fracture below the gumline, requiring a root canal and crown to restore the damaged tooth.
Some damage that can occur includes:
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Chipped teeth
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Tooth flattening and tooth wear
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Cracked tooth enamel
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Cracked, loose or broken fillings
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Tooth loss
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Gum recession
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Tooth collapse
Three Types of Bite Guards
Custom-fitted: These are made specifically for you by your dentist. They may be more expensive than the other versions, but because they are customized, usually offer the best fit.
Stock: These are inexpensive and come pre-formed, ready to wear. However, they often don't fit well. They can be bulky and can make breathing and talking difficult.
Boil and bite: These mouth protectors can be bought at many sporting goods stores and drugstores, and may offer a better fit than stock mouth protectors. They are first softened in water (boiled), then inserted and allowed to adapt to the shape of your mouth.
The best bite guard is one that has been custom made for your mouth by your dentist. However, if you can't afford a custom-fitted one, you should still wear a stock bite guard or a boil-and-bite kind from the drugstore. Give us a call at (503) 446-2957 to learn more about your options.
WE TREAT OUR PATIENTS WITH RESPECT
We believe in educating patients about their treatment options and listening to their questions and concerns.
WE BELIEVE IN HEALTHY TEETH FIRST
We focus on prevention so that you keep your smile healthy. We provide excellent comfortable care for all procedures.
WE'RE HERE FOR YOU!
Schedule your visit today for cleaning, treatment, or consultation.
Bruxism (teeth grinding) can cause moderate to severe long-term damage to teeth. Constant grinding wears down the surface of the tooth, exposing the soft dentin beneath the enamel. This is why it's important to protect your teeth while you sleep by wearing a bite guard. Bruxism can even cause a root fracture below the gumline, requiring a root canal and crown to restore the damaged tooth. 
