By Joanna M.
If your dentist has recommended a custom night guard for bruxism, you need to know the real cost — and whether any of it is covered. This 2026 guide breaks down every price tier for Canadian buyers, explains the CDCP exclusion, and shows how to get a dentist-quality guard for a fraction of the clinic price.
When a dentist makes your night guard, they take in-office impressions, send to a certified lab, and fit-check the finished guard. With no coverage: $400–$800 CAD. Hard acrylic guards (most durable for heavy grinders) sit at the higher end.
NewSmile’s custom night guard starts at $129 CAD (soft) and $169 CAD (dual-layer) — fabricated by a dental lab from your at-home impressions, with no dentist visit required. Your kit ships as soon as production is complete.
Pharmacy guards are inexpensive but not custom-made to your bite. Not a permanent fix for genuine bruxism.
No. The CDCP does not cover custom night guards or occlusal splints as of September 2025. The programme covers exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and certain denture services — not removable appliances for bruxism. This makes online custom night guards particularly relevant for CDCP-eligible Canadians.
Health Spending Accounts in Canada follow CRA Medical Expense Tax Credit guidelines. A custom night guard for bruxism is generally an eligible medical expense. Keep your NewSmile receipt and any written dental recommendation.
The most effective cleaning method is the Petal Ultrasonic Cleaner with Petal Cleaning Pods. A five-minute daily cycle removes bacteria without abrasive scrubbing that degrades the material over time.
Clinic-made: $400–$800 CAD. Online (NewSmile): $129–$169 CAD. OTC pharmacy: $20–$40 CAD — not custom-fitted.
No. As of September 2025, the Canada Dental Care Plan does not cover custom night guards or occlusal splints.
Some employer group plans cover custom night guards under an appliances benefit. Contact your insurer and ask specifically about lab-fabricated appliances not made in a clinic setting.
Custom dental appliances for medically recognised conditions are generally eligible under the CRA Medical Expense Tax Credit. Retain your receipt and confirm with your accountant.
With daily ultrasonic cleaning and proper storage, a quality custom night guard typically lasts one to three years for moderate grinders.
By Joanna M.
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