Custom Mouthguards
Protect your teeth during sports and sleep
Custom-Fitted Protection
Whether you're an athlete seeking protection during sports or someone who grinds their teeth at night, a custom-fitted mouthguard is one of the most important investments you can make in your dental health. Custom mouthguards from Forever Smiles Turlock provide excellent fit, comfort, and protection compared to generic store-bought options.
Dr. Kaur works with each patient to create a mouthguard perfectly tailored to your unique dental anatomy, ensuring maximum protection and comfort.
Types of Custom Mouthguards
Protection designed for your specific needs
Sports Mouthguards
Custom-fitted athletic mouthguards protect your teeth during contact and collision sports like football, basketball, hockey, lacrosse, and boxing.
Benefits:
- Perfect custom fit for comfort and retention
- Excellent protection compared to generic guards
- Won't fall out during intense activity
- Available in team colors
- Easier to speak and breathe
Nightguards (Bruxism Guards)
Custom nightguards protect your teeth from damage caused by grinding and clenching during sleep. Unlike sleep apnea oral appliances, these guards focus on bruxism protection and also help reduce jaw pain and headaches.
Benefits:
- Prevents tooth wear and damage from grinding
- Reduces jaw pain and joint problems
- May decrease headaches caused by grinding
- Custom-made for all-night comfort
- Protects dental work from damage
Recreation Mouthguards
Custom guards for recreational athletes and activities like skateboarding, biking, skateboarding, and martial arts.
Benefits:
- Tailored to your specific sport
- Lightweight and comfortable
- Won't shift or fall out
- Allows normal speech and breathing
- Durable and long-lasting
Sports Mouthguard Protection
Dental injuries are among the most common sports injuries. In fact, young athletes are 60 times more likely to have tooth damage if they're not wearing a mouthguard during sports.
How Custom Sports Guards Protect
A properly fitted mouthguard:
- Cushions blows to the face and mouth
- Protects teeth, lips, cheeks, and tongue
- Prevents tooth fractures, chips, and loosening
- Reduces the risk of jaw fractures
- May prevent concussions (though more research is needed)
- Prevents tooth loss that could require implants or bridges
Which Sports Need Protection?
Any sport with contact, collision, or risk of falls puts your teeth at risk:
- Football, soccer, lacrosse, ice hockey
- Basketball, baseball, softball
- Rugby, wrestling, martial arts
- Boxing, kickboxing, MMA
- Mountain biking, skateboarding, BMX
- Volleyball, gymnastics
- Any sport with a risk of facial contact
Ask your coach if a mouthguard is recommended for your sport. The cost of a custom guard is minimal compared to the cost of repairing or replacing a damaged tooth.
Nightguards for Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
Do you wake up with sore jaws, headaches, or sore teeth? You may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night, a condition called bruxism. Many people grind their teeth without realizing it.
Signs of Grinding
- Worn, flattened tooth surfaces
- Facial pain or jaw soreness upon waking
- Headaches, especially in the morning
- Earaches or pain in front of the ear
- Sore or tight jaw muscles
- Damaged dental work like broken fillings or crowns
- Your partner notices you grinding at night
Effects of Untreated Grinding
- Excessive wear of tooth enamel and structure
- Increased risk of cavities and tooth damage
- Accelerated aging of teeth
- Jaw joint (TMJ) problems
- Chronic headaches and facial pain
- Damage to expensive dental work
How Nightguards Help
A custom nightguard:
- Creates a barrier between upper and lower teeth
- Distributes grinding forces evenly
- Prevents damage to your natural teeth
- Protects dental work like crowns and implants
- Reduces jaw pain and tension
- May reduce associated headaches
- Is much more affordable than repairing damage from grinding
Custom vs. Store-Bought Guards
Why custom-fitted is worth the investment
Custom Guards
- Precisely fitted to your dental anatomy
- Comfortable for all-night or all-day wear
- Excellent protection and durability
- Won't fall out or shift
- Won't affect speech or breathing
- Professional quality materials
- Last 3-5 years with proper care
- Available in custom colors
Store-Bought Guards
- One-size-fits-most approach
- Often uncomfortable or bulky
- Less effective protection
- Fall out during activity or sleep
- Can affect speech and breathing
- Lower quality materials
- Need frequent replacement
- Limited design options
Getting Your Custom Mouthguard
Creating a custom mouthguard is quick and easy:
Step 1: Consultation
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Kaur. Discuss your specific needs - whether it's sports protection, bruxism, or both. We'll examine your teeth and mouth.
Step 2: Impression
We take a detailed impression of your teeth and mouth using impression putty or digital scanning. This impression is used to custom-create your guard at our laboratory.
Step 3: Fabrication
Your custom mouthguard is fabricated from high-quality professional materials. For sports guards, we can add your team colors. This typically takes 1-2 weeks.
Step 4: Fitting
You return to our office for a fitting. We ensure the guard fits perfectly, is comfortable, and provides optimal protection. We make any necessary adjustments.
Step 5: Care Instructions
We provide detailed care instructions on cleaning, storage, and maintenance of your mouthguard to ensure it lasts as long as possible.
Caring for Your Mouthguard
Proper care keeps your mouthguard comfortable and functional:
Daily Care
- Rinse your mouthguard with cold water after each use
- Clean with a soft toothbrush and mild soap or toothpaste
- Never use hot water (it can warp the material)
- Air dry completely before storing
- Store in a protective ventilated case
- Keep away from heat sources
- Never leave in hot cars or direct sunlight
Storage
- Store in a ventilated case to prevent bacterial growth
- Keep in a cool, dry place
- Don't wrap in plastic or store in airtight containers
- Keep away from pets (they may chew on it!)
Maintenance
- Inspect regularly for damage, tears, or cracks
- Replace if uncomfortable, damaged, or loose
- Visit us annually for checkup and cleaning
- Have a new guard made if your dental work changes
- Avoid dropping or excessive heat
