Custom Fitted Mouthguard
Why wear a mouthguard?
"Every year thousands of people are treated for dental injuries that could have been avoided or minimised by wearing a protective, custom fitted mouth guard.
Anyone who participates in a sport that carries a risk of contact to the face should wear a mouth guard.
This includes obvious sports such as football, boxing and rugby, and also collision sports where unexpected contact often happens.
Wearing a custom-fitted mouth guard helps to absorb and spread the impact of a blow to your face." (ADA, 2018)
Caring for your mouthguard
It is important that you bring your mouth guard to your regular dental check-up to ensure it still fits correctly for maximum protection.
You may need a replacement if your new, secondary adult teeth have come through or if your mouth guard has been damaged.
How do I care for my mouth guard?
Rinse in cold water after use.
Store in a rigid plastic container.
Keep out of direct sunlight - mouth guards will change shape in high temperatures.
Occasionally rinse your mouth guard in a mouthwash.
Have your mouth guard assessed by your dentist at your regular dental check-up.
Replace your mouth guard if it gets damaged.
Every year accidents do occur and teeth are knocked out. Read more about what to do in a dental emergency.