Sports Mouth Guards
At Choice Family Dentistry, we believe that prevention is key to maintaining a healthy smile, especially during sports and other physical activities. Our dentist in Kent WA offers custom-made athletic mouth guards designed to protect the teeth, lips, cheeks, and tongue from potential injuries. Whether your child is playing a high-contact sport like football or a recreational activity like skateboarding, a properly fitted mouth guard is essential for safety and performance.
Why Use a Custom Mouth Guard?
Unlike generic, over-the-counter mouth guards, custom sports mouth guards provide a precise fit tailored to your child’s unique dental structure. This ensures maximum protection and comfort. In addition to safeguarding the teeth from chips and fractures, these mouth guards can prevent serious injuries like cuts to the lips and cheeks or damage to the tongue.
A critical, often overlooked benefit of mouth guards is their role in preventing concussions. Blows to the chin can cause the jaw to move upward and backward, potentially leading to loss of consciousness. A custom mouth guard from our dentist in Kent WA helps absorb the impact, reducing the risk of this type of injury.
Additional Protection: Night Guards for Grinding and Clenching
Beyond sports, we also offer night guards for patients who grind their teeth (bruxism) or suffer from jaw clenching habits. These conditions can lead to tooth wear, jaw pain, and even headaches. A custom night guard acts as a cushion between the upper and lower teeth, protecting them and promoting better oral health.
How We Create Your Custom Mouth Guard
Our process begins with a visit to our practice, where we take precise impressions of your child’s teeth. These impressions are sent to a professional dental lab to create a durable, high-quality mouth guard. Once ready, we’ll ensure it fits comfortably and provides the protection needed for your child’s activities.
Schedule an Appointment Today
Don’t leave your child’s safety to chance. Protect their smile with a custom sports mouth guard from Choice Family Dentistry. Contact our dentist in Kent WA today to schedule an appointment and learn more about how we can safeguard your family’s oral health.
