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Lab Services
Splints & Guards
Nextsum provides high-quality splints and guards combining cutting-edge digital workflows with industry-leading materials for optimal protection and comfort. Our streamlined process ensures precise, durable, and perfectly fitted appliances — with a one-week turnaround — meeting all your bruxism, TMJ, and sleep apnea needs efficiently.
Turnaround
7–10 Business Days
Guard Types
6 Appliance Styles
Technology
3D Printing / CNC Milling
Indications
Bruxism, TMJ, Sleep Apnea
How It Works
Nextsum Splint & Guard Workflow
Assessment & Digital Scanning
Evaluate patient needs (e.g., bruxism, TMJ, sleep apnea) and capture 3D scans using intraoral scanners (iTero, 3Shape) for precise customization.
Design & Treatment Planning
Import scans into CAD software for detailed design, select the appropriate material (hard, soft, hybrid), and have the dentist approve the treatment plan.
Fabrication with CAM Technology
Use 3D printing or CNC milling to fabricate the appliance with durable materials, ensuring a perfect fit based on the patient's dental anatomy.
Fitting, Adjustments & Monitoring
Conduct initial fitting and make necessary adjustments. Follow-up with digital monitoring and refine the appliance based on patient feedback for optimal comfort and effectiveness.
Material Quality
Uncompromising Quality, Unbeatable Comfort
Nextsum clear aligners are made with Zendura FLX material — the #1 independently used material by orthodontists for clear aligners. Its unique bilayer construction provides the strength needed to move teeth effectively while maintaining the flexibility required for patient comfort.
Why Nextsum Aligners
Unleash the Power of Digital Enhanced Aligner Production
Hybrid Night Guard
A soft/hard night guard with a hard exterior for protection and a soft inner layer for comfort, ideal for patients requiring both durability and flexibility.
Soft Night Guard
A softer, more comfortable night guard for mild bruxism, offering protection but with less durability compared to the hard version.
Hybrid Night Guard
A soft/hard night guard with a hard exterior for protection and a soft inner layer for comfort, ideal for patients requiring both durability and flexibility.
NTI-TSS
Tension Suppression Splint — a front-teeth splint specifically designed to prevent clenching and grinding, often used to treat TMJ disorders and reduce tension headaches.
Anterior Deprogrammer
A dental appliance worn on the front teeth to relax jaw muscles and prevent full tooth contact, helping to reduce bruxism effects.
TMJ Splint
A specialized splint designed to manage TMJ disorders by repositioning the jaw and alleviating symptoms such as pain, headaches, and limited jaw movement.
Clinical Importance
Guard Your Smile, Sleep Tight
Night guards are essential for patients who suffer from bruxism or TMJ disorders. Here's why they matter:
Prevents Tooth Damage
Teeth grinding or clenching can cause significant damage to tooth enamel, leading to worn-down teeth, chips, cracks, and sensitivity. A night guard acts as a protective barrier.
Reduces Jaw Pain and Tension
Constant grinding or clenching strains the jaw muscles and leads to discomfort. Night guards help reduce this pressure, easing jaw pain and minimizing TMJ disorder discomfort.
Minimizes Headaches
Bruxism is often linked to tension headaches and migraines. By cushioning the teeth and relaxing the jaw muscles, a night guard can reduce the frequency and severity of these headaches.
Prevents Teeth Alignment Issues
Long-term grinding or clenching can lead to misalignment of the teeth, causing bite problems. Night guards help keep teeth in their proper position and prevent unnecessary shifting.
Improves Sleep Quality
By reducing the physical discomfort associated with grinding and clenching, night guards can help improve overall sleep quality, allowing for more restful and uninterrupted sleep.
Guard Your Grin — Where Protection Meets Precision
Nextsum Splints & Guards — ultimate protection for your patients' smiles and comfort. Free first case, no lock-in contract.
NEXTSUM
Full-service digital dental lab and equipment provider. CAD/CAM-powered manufacturing with a 7–10 day turnaround.