Custom Mouth Guards in Victoria, BC
Protecting Your Smile with a Custom Mouth Guard
A mouth guard creates a protective barrier between your teeth and external forces or grinding pressure. It may help reduce the risk of chipped or cracked teeth, soft-tissue injuries, jaw discomfort, enamel wear, and tooth loss.
Custom mouth guards are created using precise dental impressions and measurements. Their personalized design provides greater comfort, stability, and protection than many store-bought alternatives.
Custom Mouth Guard Options
We offer custom mouth guards for sports and nighttime grinding. Each appliance is designed around your mouth and needs for a secure fit.
Sports Guards
Sports guards help protect the teeth, gums, lips, and jaw during contact sports and physical activities. They are designed to remain secure while allowing comfortable breathing and communication.
Night Guards
Night guards help protect teeth from grinding and clenching during sleep. They may reduce enamel wear, sensitivity, fractures, headaches, jaw tension, and concerns associated with bruxism.
Store-Bought vs. Custom-Fit Mouth Guards
Store-bought mouth guards are mass-produced and may not fit every mouth securely. Stock guards offer limited customization, while boil-and-bite guards are softened in hot water and shaped at home.
Because these options are often made from thinner materials, they may feel bulky, shift during use, interfere with breathing, or require frequent replacement. An improper fit may also provide less reliable protection.
Custom-fit mouth guards are professionally created using impressions and measurements of your teeth. They are made from durable materials to provide improved comfort, stability, protection, and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should wear a custom mouth guard?
Custom mouth guards may benefit athletes, active individuals, and patients who grind or clench their teeth. They help protect the teeth, gums, lips, and jaw from injury, excessive pressure, enamel wear, and fractures.
Why are custom mouth guards better than store-bought guards?
Custom guards are created from precise impressions of your teeth, providing a more secure and comfortable fit. Their durable materials and personalized design generally offer greater protection and stability than stock or boil-and-bite guards.
Which sports require a mouth guard?
Mouth guards are commonly recommended for football, hockey, rugby, basketball, baseball, soccer, and other contact sports. They may also benefit patients participating in cycling, skateboarding, martial arts, and recreational activities.
How can a night guard help with teeth grinding?
A night guard creates a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth. It helps reduce enamel wear, tooth damage, sensitivity, jaw tension, and discomfort caused by nighttime grinding or clenching.
How long does a custom mouth guard last?
The lifespan depends on usage, oral changes, care, and the type of guard. Custom guards generally last longer than store-bought options, but regular dental assessments help determine when adjustment or replacement is needed.
How should I care for my mouth guard?
Rinse your guard after each use, clean it gently with a soft toothbrush, and store it in a ventilated case. Avoid hot water, direct sunlight, and harsh cleaners, which may distort or damage the material.