Protect Your Smile with a Custom Sports Guard from Arcadia Advanced Dentistry
When it comes to staying active and excelling in sports, protecting your body is essential—and that includes your teeth. At Arcadia Advanced Dentistry, we offer custom-made sports guards that provide optimal protection for your teeth and gums, whether you’re playing contact sports or engaging in activities where the risk of facial injury is high.
What Is a Sports Guard?
A sports guard, also known as a mouthguard, is a protective device worn over your teeth to safeguard them from impact. Athletes in contact sports like football, basketball, hockey, and even activities like skateboarding or martial arts benefit from wearing a sports guard. Without this protection, one blow to the mouth could lead to broken teeth, gum damage, or even jaw injuries.
Benefits of a Custom Sports Guard
While generic mouthguards are available in stores, a custom sports guard offers far superior benefits:
- Better Fit: A sports guard custom-made at Arcadia Advanced Dentistry will fit your teeth precisely, ensuring maximum comfort and protection.
- Enhanced Comfort: Store-bought guards may feel bulky and uncomfortable, but our custom-made ones are designed to fit perfectly, making them easier to wear for extended periods.
- Improved Durability: Custom sports guards are made from high-quality materials that provide superior durability and longevity compared to standard versions.
- Breathing and Speaking: With a custom sports guard, you can breathe and speak more easily, allowing you to focus on your performance without distractions.
- Comprehensive Protection: Our sports guards are designed to absorb the impact and distribute it evenly, reducing the risk of injury to your teeth, gums, lips, and jaw.
Why Choose Arcadia Advanced Dentistry for Your Sports Guard?
At Arcadia Advanced Dentistry, we understand that every athlete is unique, and their dental protection should be too. Here’s why we’re the right choice for your custom sports guard:
- Advanced Technology: Using state-of-the-art dental technology, we create sports guards that are both effective and comfortable.
- Expert Care: Our experienced dental team takes precise measurements of your mouth to ensure your sports guard is perfectly tailored to your teeth.
- Quick Turnaround: We know how important it is to get back to the game, so we strive to deliver your custom guard quickly without compromising quality.
How Does the Process Work?
The process of getting a custom sports guard at Arcadia Advanced Dentistry is simple and efficient:
- Consultation: During your first visit, our dental experts will evaluate your mouth and discuss your sports activities to recommend the best type of guard.
- Impressions: We take a digital or physical impression of your teeth to create a mold.
- Fabrication: Using high-quality materials, your custom guard is created in a dental lab to ensure a perfect fit.
- Final Fitting: You’ll return to our office for a final fitting to make sure the guard feels comfortable and secure.
Who Needs a Sports Guard?
If you or your child participates in any of the following sports, a custom sports guard is highly recommended:
- Football
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Soccer
- Boxing
- Wrestling
- Gymnastics
- Martial Arts
- Skateboarding
Care and Maintenance of Your Sports Guard
Proper care of your sports guard will ensure its longevity and effectiveness:
- Rinse After Use: Rinse your sports guard with cool water or a mouth rinse after every use to keep it clean.
- Store Properly: Always store it in a vented container to prevent bacterial growth.
- Check for Wear: Regularly inspect your sports guard for signs of wear and bring it to our office for replacement if necessary.
- Keep Away from Heat: Avoid exposing your sports guard to high temperatures, as it could warp or lose its shape.