Guard Mouth - Mouthguards

Custom Mouthguards – Seatbelts for your Teeth

Just as you wouldn't think of driving without seatbelts you shouldn't do anything that might result in a mouth injury without wearing a mouthguard.

Gentle Dental Care make custom-fitted mouthguards to protect you or your children's teeth during any rough activity. All our mouthguards are individually designed and made.

A custom-made mouth guard is more expensive than other types, but it provides the most comfort and best protection. It limits the risk of mouth-related injuries to lips, tongue, and soft tissues. They also help avoid chipped or broken teeth, nerve damage to a tooth and tooth loss.

Mouthguards generally cover the upper teeth only, but in some instances (where there are braces or some other fixed dental appliance on the lower jaw) we will make a mouth guard for the lower teeth as well. An effective mouth guard should be comfortable, resist tears, be durable and easy to clean and should not restrict breathing or speech.

A mouthguard is usually available one week after we take the impression. Let us know if you want clear or coloured. They come in one or two colours and you can even have your name on it.

A mouthguard for children with braces is strongly recommended.

Contact Gentle Dental Care to arrange a consultation to discuss what's best for your child.