Dental mouth guard
- Protect teeth, gums, and jaw structures from injury
- Custom-made for maximum comfort and performance
- Recommended for sports and recreational activities with injury risk
What is a dental mouth guard?
A dental mouth guard is a protective oral appliance worn over the teeth during sports and physical activities to help reduce the risk of dental and facial injuries.
Because every mouth is unique, custom mouth guards provide significantly better protection than generic store-bought options.
What are the benefits of a dental mouth guard?
Sports-related dental injuries can lead to extensive treatment, including fillings, dental crowns, root canal treatment, dental implants, and other restorative procedures. Investing in a custom dental mouth guard today can help prevent significant dental problems and treatment costs in the future.
Protect your teeth
A mouth guard helps absorb and distribute impact forces that could otherwise result in cracked, chipped, or broken teeth.
Protect your gums and bone
In addition to protecting teeth, mouth guards help reduce trauma to the gums and supporting bone structures.
Reduce risk of jaw injuries
In more severe impacts, a custom-fitted mouth guard can help reduce the likelihood of jaw fractures and related injuries.
Avoid costly dental treatment
Preventing sports-related injuries can help avoid extensive restorative procedures and emergency dental treatment in the future.
Protect your teeth with a dental mouth guard
Whether you play competitive sports or enjoy recreational activities, a custom dental mouth guard can help protect your teeth and oral health.
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Schedule a dental mouth guard consultation
The best time to protect your smile is before an accident occurs. A custom dental mouth guard provides reliable protection when you need it most.
Common questions about dental mouth guards
We’re here to help. Browse the most common questions below, or reach out to our team directly.
A dental mouth guard is a protective appliance worn over the teeth to reduce the risk of dental and facial injuries during sports and physical activities.
Custom mouth guards provide a more precise fit, improved comfort, better retention, and superior protection compared to generic alternatives.
Mouth guards are recommended for hockey, football, rugby, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, wrestling, martial arts, and many other contact sports.
Yes. Custom mouth guards are beneficial for athletes and active individuals of all ages.
While mouth guards primarily protect teeth, gums, and jaw structures, some studies suggest they may help reduce certain impact forces. However, they are not a substitute for a helmet.
Our office supports many insurance policies and accepts payments directly from most insurers. Please contact us to find out more, our team can help review your insurance benefits and discuss your coverage options.
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