Sports Mouth Guard in Gardens Dental Centre
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Sports Mouthguards—an Overview
Contact sports, including football, hockey, cricket, and baseball, put your mouth at risk of injury. The game’s enthusiasm and competition make it difficult to remember to play carefully, resulting in tooth fractures, serious bleeding, and knocked-out teeth. That is why, at Smile 4 U, we offer custom-made sports mouthguards in Gardens Dental Centre that offer adequate protection against oral injuries while maintaining comfort and functionality. Whether you’re an amateur or a professional athlete, our sports mouthguards are designed to keep you focused on the game rather than the risks.
What Are Sports Mouthguards?
Sports mouthguards are prostheses that protect the teeth during rigorous activities like contact sports and aid in the prevention of dental injuries. They are particularly recommended for contact sports such as football, rugby, hockey, and boxing, but they can also be used for any activity that entails the risk of facial contact, such as skating or cycling.
Types of Sports Mouthguards
- Custom-fitted mouthguards: These are custom-made to fit your teeth and gums, ensuring maximum protection and comfort. Your dentist creates moulds of your teeth and gets them made at a dental laboratory. They provide the best fit. They can also be designed to accept fixed braces.
- Stock mouthguards: These are pre-made, ready-to-use solutions accessible at most sports goods stores. While they are inexpensive and easily accessible at any sporting goods store, they may appear bulky.
- Boil-and-bite mouthguards: These are made of thermoplastic polymers that are softened in hot water before being formed to fit the teeth. These offer a more customised fit than stock mouthguards and are also widely available in sports retail stores.
Do You Need Sports Mouthguards?
Mouthguards are important to have in your sports gear if:
- You are a professional athlete: Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting, a sports mouthguard is essential for safeguarding your teeth at all levels.
- Your child is training in a particular sport: Young athletes are more sensitive to tooth injury; hence, a mouthguard is required.
- You have fixed braces for teeth straightening: When you have metal braces on your teeth, a blow to the face can seriously harm your teeth and cut your lips.
We regularly provide consultations and sports guard dental treatments to patients from Dulwich, Peckham, Dulwich Village, Brixton, Newlands, and Hono Oak.
Benefits of Sports Mouthguards
Protection from sports injury
Sports mouthguards absorb and distribute impact forces on the pitch, shielding your smile from harm.
Allows carefree performance
With the assurance of dental protection, you may focus on your performance without fear of injury.
Is comfortable to wear
Our custom-fitted mouthguards provide a secure fit that eliminates discomfort while still allowing for regular breathing and speech during play.
What Our Patients Say
My name is not Merlin. That is my son’s name. The treatment at the dental clinic was excellent. The dentist was very friendly and thorough. She did all the tests necessary to diagnose the problem. In the end it had to be referred to a specialist. But she prepared all the groundwork. I felt safe in her hands.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
How do I clean my sports mouthguard?
Rinse your mouthguard after each use, clean it every day with a soft toothbrush and mild toothpaste, and soak it in a cleaning solution once a week. Avoid using hot water or harsh chemicals.
Can children with braces wear mouthguards?
Absolutely. We provide custom-fitted mouthguards designed to fit braces, ensuring both safety and comfort.
Do I need a new mouthguard every season?
Not really! It is suggested that you update your mouthguard at least once a year because wear and tear or changes in the structure of your teeth might affect the fit and efficacy.
The Treatment Process
Every patient’s experience is unique, but this is what you can expect when you start treatment with the Smile 4 U Dental Practice.
Consultation
We provide a friendly consultation to assess your mouthguard requirements and examine your teeth.
Creating moulds
This entails taking imprints of your teeth (to form moulds) and shipping them to a dental lab, where your mouthguard is made.
Fitting and adjustment
We fit the mouthguards and show you how to use and maintain them; we also schedule follow-up appointments to verify your comfort.
Don't let fear of dental injuries keep you from playing your best game.
Protect your smile with our expert-designed sports mouthguards in Gardens Dental Centre – Smile 4 U. Call us today to book your consultation.
Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.
