I get what you mean about the drooling—my first week with a night guard was just... messy. I tried both types too. The soft one made my jaw ache from clenching, but the hard one just felt bulky and awkward. It’s like there’s no “comfortable” option, just different kinds of annoying. After a month, my mouth mostly adjusted, but I still wake up feeling like I’ve been chewing on plastic all night. Not sure if that’s normal or if I’m just unlucky.
Honestly, I felt like I was gnawing on a rubber toy for weeks. For me, the trick was getting it adjusted at the dentist—turns out it was just a bit too thick in one spot. Maybe ask about a custom fit? It made a difference for me, even though it still isn’t perfect.
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, even after getting mine custom-fitted and adjusted twice, it still feels weird some nights. Maybe I’m just super sensitive? I’ve tried the thinner ones too, but then my jaw aches in the morning. It’s like a trade-off—either bulky or sore.
That trade-off you’re describing is way more common than people realize. Even with a custom fit, it can take ages for your mouth to adjust—some folks never totally get used to it. I’ve seen people try wearing their guard for short periods during the day just to help with the adjustment. It’s frustrating, but you’re not alone in feeling like it’s always a compromise. Sometimes, finding the right balance just takes a bit of trial and error... and a lot of patience.
I totally relate to that feeling—mine still feels bulky even though it was custom made. Has anyone noticed if the thickness changes depending on the type of material? I keep wondering if a thinner one would actually help or just make it less effective...
