Sports Mouth Guard in McKennell Dental Practice
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Sports Mouthguards—an Overview
Contact sports such as football, hockey, cricket, and baseball can cause oral injuries. The game’s excitement and competition make it difficult to remember to play safely, resulting in tooth fractures, significant bleeding, and knocked-out teeth. That is why, at Smile 4 U, we offer custom-made sports mouthguards in McKennell Dental Practice that provide enough protection against oral injuries. Whether you’re an amateur or a professional athlete, our sports mouthguards are intended to keep you focused on the game rather than the dangers.
What Are Sports Mouthguards?
Sports mouthguards are prostheses that protect the teeth during strenuous activities such as contact sports and help prevent dental injury. They are especially advised for contact sports like football, rugby, hockey, and boxing, but they can also be used for any activity that involves the possibility of facial contact, such as skating or cycling.
Types of Sports Mouthguards
- Custom-fitted mouthguards: These are specially designed to fit your teeth and gums, providing optimal protection and comfort. Your dentist makes moulds of your teeth and has them produced at a dental laboratory. They offer the greatest fit. They can also be configured to accommodate fixed braces.
- Stock mouthguards: These are pre-made, ready-to-use products that are available at most sporting goods retailers. While they are inexpensive and widely available at sports goods stores, they may appear cumbersome.
- Boil-and-bite mouthguards: These are made of thermoplastic polymers, which soften in hot water before being moulded to fit the teeth. These provide a more tailored fit than stock mouthguards and are frequently available at sporting goods retailers.
Do You Need Sports Mouthguards?
Mouthguards are essential to keep in your sports gear if:
- You are a professional athlete: Whether you’re an experienced player or just getting started, a sports mouthguard is crucial for protecting your teeth at all levels.
- Your child is training in a particular sport: Young athletes are more susceptible to tooth injury, hence a mouthguard is essential.
- You have fixed braces for teeth straightening: When you have metal braces on your teeth, a hit to the face can severely damage your teeth and cut your lips.
We regularly provide sports mouthguard treatments to patients from Victoria, Pimlico, and Westminster.
Benefits of Sports Mouthguards
Protection from sports injury
Sports mouthguards absorb and distribute impact pressures on the pitch, protecting your smile from injury.
Allows carefree performance
With the certainty of dental protection, you may focus on your performance without fear of injury.
Is comfortable to wear
Our custom-fitted mouthguards offer a snug fit that prevents discomfort while allowing for normal breathing and speech during play.
What Our Patients Say
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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 daily with a soft toothbrush and mild toothpaste, and soak it in a cleaning solution once a week. Avoid using hot water and strong chemicals.
Can children with braces wear mouthguards?
Absolutely. We offer personalised mouthguards that are tailored to fit braces, assuring both safety and comfort.
Do I need a new mouthguard every season?
Not really! It is recommended that you replace your mouthguard at least once a year due to wear and tear or changes in the structure of your teeth, which may impact 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 offer a courteous consultation to discuss your mouthguard needs and examine your teeth.
Fitting a sports mouthguard
This requires taking imprints of your teeth (to create moulds) and sending them to a dental lab, where your mouthguard is manufactured.
Fitting and adjustment
We fit the mouthguards and show you how to use and care for them; we also schedule follow-up consultations to ensure your comfort.
Don't let oral injuries prevent you from playing your best game.
Protect your smile with our sports mouthguards in McKennell Dental Practice – Smile 4 U. Call us today to book your consultation.
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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.
