Custom-made mouthguards provide targeted protection for your teeth and jaw.
Whether you're a sports enthusiast needing a guard to shield your teeth during competition, someone who clenches or grinds their teeth at night, or experiences jaw joint discomfort, we can create a customised mouth guard to address your specific needs.
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While you can buy mouthguards at a sports shop, these ‘boil and bite’ varieties still don’t provide full protection which can be guaranteed from a custom-made guard.
When you come to our practice for the guard fitting, we will take impressions using the same system we use for creating restorations and orthodontic appliances.
The impressions allow us to create the best fit for your guard. When you visit us to pick up the guard, we make sure that it fits perfectly and that there is minimal movement.
Some mouthguard providers include a pack where you can make impressions at home and then send them off to their factory. While this may sound more convenient, it is better to have a dentist take the impressions.
We take numerous impressions every day and as such, are best suited to make sure that the impressions are as accurate as possible. Even a slight misfit can impact the integrity of the appliance – making it less secure and less comfortable.
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It’s very important to keep the mouthguard safe and clean between uses.
You should wash the mouthguard after every use, occasionally using cool soapy water to keep it clear of bacteria. Make sure you never wash the guard with warm or hot water as this could cause the material to soften and to lose its structure. With proper care, you can expect your night guard or mouthguard to last a few years.
Custom mouthguards are crafted from a mould of your teeth, creating a perfect fit that offers superior protection, comfort, and breathability. Boil-and-bite mouthguards are one-size-fits-all, requiring moulding in hot water. They may be bulkier and less comfortable, potentially hindering speech and breathing.
We will take impressions of your upper and sometimes lower teeth. These impressions are sent to our local lab where your custom mouthguard is created. The process usually involves one or two visits to us.
With proper care, a custom mouthguard can last several seasons. However, we recommend replacing it yearly for optimal hygiene and to account for possible changes in your teeth.
While the upfront cost may be higher than a boil-and-bite option, custom mouthguards offer better protection and comfort, potentially saving money on future dental repairs. Additionally, some dental insurance plans may cover part of the cost.
