Why wear a mouthguard?

Mouthguards act as a vital protective barrier between your teeth and potential impact, trauma, or daily pressure. Wearing a professionally fitted mouthguard helps prevent:

  • Sport-related injuries, such as chipped or broken teeth, soft tissue damage to the lips and gums, and severe jaw injuries.
  • Damage to braces or orthodontic appliances, ensuring your alignment treatment stays on track.
  • Teeth grinding (bruxism) during sleep, which can otherwise lead to excessive enamel wear, morning headaches, and chronic jaw pain.
  • Costly emergency dental repairs resulting from sports trauma or ongoing grinding wear.
Why choose a custom mouthguard over store-bought options?

Unlike generic boil-and-bite over-the-counter options, our custom mouthguards are individually designed to fit your unique dental profile comfortably and securely. Professionally crafted to match your mouth, they offer superior comfort and protection. Furthermore, standard store-bought mouthguards cannot accommodate fixed braces properly, which risks appliance damage during contact sports. In contrast, our custom options provide optimal protection while working seamlessly around your orthodontic treatment.

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Essential mouthguard care & maintenance

To keep your custom mouthguard hygienic, durable, and in top condition, simply rinse it thoroughly with cool water after each use and give it a regular clean with your toothbrush.

When you aren’t wearing it, always store your mouthguard in a clean, ventilated hard case, taking care to keep it away from hot environments like direct sunlight, hot cars, or heaters that could warp the material. Remember to bring your mouthguard along to your regular orthodontic appointments, so our team can check its fit and make sure there are no signs of wear.

If you or your child need a reliable, custom-fit mouthguard for sports or night-time protection, our expert team is here to help. We proudly serve patients from our practices in Burgess Hill and Tunbridge Wells.

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