With your kids heading back to school, the calendar starts filling with activities. If any of your children are involved in sports, you’ll need to get them custom mouthguards. 

The reason is simple. Athletes who don’t wear mouthguards are 60 times more likely to suffer dental injuries, according to the American Dental Association. Custom-made mouthguards simply provide better protection than guards purchased at a store.

To arrange a fitting in Fresno, CA, call us today at 559-242-1356.

In the meantime, check out five reasons a sports mouthguard from a dentist is better than one from a store:

  • Superior Fit – Since precise dental impressions are used to create them, custom athletic mouthguards have a superior fit. Your child is less likely to “forget” to wear their guard, since it’s more comfortable. A custom guard is also less likely to get dislodged during play.
  • No Frustrating Fit Adjustments – Most store-bought mouthguards require a boil-and-bite process to – in theory – mold them to the wearer’s mouth. This is often a frustrating and ineffective experience. When you get a mouthguard from your dentist, it fits perfectly right from the start.
  • Protects Orthodontia – If your child has braces, your dentist can design a mouthguard that accommodates them. This keeps both the braces and teeth well protected. You’ve made a significant investment in your child’s orthodontia, so you want to avoid damaging it. 
  • High Standards of Protection – Custom mouthguards satisfy the exacting standards set by the American Dental Association and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) for Athletic Mouth Protectors and Materials. Most store-bought mouthguards do not meet these standards.
  • Tailored to Your Child’s Sport – Our team will ensure your child’s mouthguard provides the right level of protection for the sport they play. You’ll feel better knowing they’re as safe as possible.

Our practice also makes custom mouthguards to prevent you from grinding your teeth in your sleep. This habit can cause serious dental damage, along with unpleasant problems like headaches and a sore jaw. 

Need custom mouthguards? Call Nathan E. Vick DDS, Inc. today at 559-242-1356 for an appointment in Fresno, CA. You can also request an appointment online.