Protecting Your Smile with Custom Sports Mouth Guards
At our Austin, TX dental office, we prioritize preserving your natural teeth. While teeth are naturally strong, they can still suffer permanent damage, especially during sports or physical activities. As a trusted family dental practice, we offer personalized care and solutions for patients of all ages—including custom sports mouth guards designed to protect your smile while you stay active.
Understanding the Purpose of Mouthguards
If you’re curious about how mouthguards work and why we recommend them, here’s what you need to know.
We recommend mouthguards for two primary reasons. First, they can help manage TMD (temporomandibular joint dysfunction), which often involves teeth grinding during sleep. Second, they provide vital protection during physical sports activities.
Though both types aim to protect your teeth, they are designed differently. Athletic mouthguards are made from thick, durable dental plastic and are custom-fit to your teeth. This personalized design ensures comfort during sports while helping to absorb impact, protect against facial injuries, and prevent accidental tongue biting.
Protecting and Restoring Your Smile
Maintaining your natural smile is essential for good oral health and can help you avoid costly dental treatments in the future. That’s why we encourage all our patients—children and adults alike—to consider a custom mouthguard as part of their preventive care. If you’ve recently taken up a new hobby or sport, be sure to talk to us at your next visit about protecting your teeth.
While prevention is always our priority, we’re also here to support you if accidents happen. At our Austin, TX office, we offer comprehensive care—from custom mouthguards to full smile restorations. Don’t hesitate to reach out—your smile is in good hands.
