Sport Guards & Nightguards
Custom-fitted mouth protection for athletes and relief from teeth grinding and TMJ discomfort.
Custom Protection for Your Smile
Whether you are an athlete who needs reliable mouth protection during sports or someone who grinds their teeth at night, custom-fitted guards from Peninsula Dentistry & Orthodontics offer superior comfort and protection compared to over-the-counter alternatives. Our guards are precisely molded to your unique dental anatomy for a secure, comfortable fit.
Sport guards (also called mouthguards) protect your teeth, lips, tongue, and jaw from impact injuries during contact sports and recreational activities. A custom guard absorbs and distributes force far more effectively than store-bought boil-and-bite options, significantly reducing the risk of dental emergencies.
Nightguards (occlusal splints) are designed for patients who grind or clench their teeth during sleep, a condition known as bruxism. Left untreated, bruxism can lead to tooth wear, fractures, jaw pain, headaches, and TMJ disorders. A custom nightguard creates a protective barrier between your upper and lower teeth, relieving pressure on the jaw joints and muscles.
Sport Guards
- Impact-absorbing protection for contact sports
- Prevents chipped, broken, or knocked-out teeth
- Available for adults and children
Nightguards
- Prevents wear from teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Relieves jaw pain and TMJ discomfort
- Reduces morning headaches and jaw tension
Why Choose Custom Guards?
Custom-fitted guards outperform generic options in every category that matters.
Custom Fit
Made from precise impressions of your teeth, ensuring a secure fit that will not shift, fall out, or interfere with breathing.
Superior Protection
Professional-grade materials provide significantly better impact absorption and tooth protection than store-bought alternatives.
Comfortable to Wear
The precise fit means no bulkiness, gagging, or difficulty speaking. You can breathe easily and communicate clearly while wearing them.
Durable Materials
Made from high-quality dental-grade materials that resist wear and tear, maintaining their shape and protection much longer than generic options.
Prevents Dental Injuries
A custom sport guard can prevent costly dental emergencies, including cracked, chipped, or knocked-out teeth during activities.
Reduces Jaw Pain
Nightguards relieve the muscle tension and joint stress caused by clenching and grinding, reducing jaw pain, headaches, and TMJ symptoms.
How We Create Your Custom Guard
Getting a custom guard is simple and requires just two short visits.
Consultation & Impressions
We evaluate your needs, discuss whether a sport guard or nightguard is appropriate, and take precise impressions (molds) of your upper and lower teeth.
Custom Fabrication
Your impressions are sent to a professional dental laboratory where your guard is fabricated from high-quality materials designed for your specific use case, whether sport protection or bruxism therapy.
Fitting Appointment
You return for a brief appointment where we check the fit, make any fine adjustments, and ensure complete comfort. We verify that your bite is balanced and the guard stays securely in place.
Care Instructions
We provide a protective case and detailed care instructions, including how to clean, store, and maintain your guard to maximize its lifespan and effectiveness.
Replacement Schedule
We will discuss a recommended replacement timeline based on your usage. Sport guards and nightguards should be brought to your regular dental checkups so we can evaluate wear and recommend replacement when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about sport guards and nightguards. Have more questions? Give us a call.
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We work with most major PPO dental insurance plans and our team handles all the paperwork so you can focus on your smile.
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