Mouthguard

Mouthguards help minimize the force on the lower part of your face by acting as a buffer for the forces from the impact of something hitting your mouth. The acrylic material of the mouthguard helps to absorb the shock of impact, ultimately lessening the force that is applied to your teeth and jaw, providing maximum protection.

By wearing a mouthguard whilst playing contact sports such as; basketball, football, boxing, hockey, or mixed martial arts, your teeth will not be at risk of getting knocked out. Replacing missing teeth can become costly and painful so it is best to take preventive and protective measures against this from happening in the first instance.

Our custom-fit mouthguards are comfortable to wear and will not interfere with your breathing. It is also easy to clean – simply remove it after use and brush it with soap and tepid water.

Don't wait until it's too late – protect your teeth today during the game with our Enlighten Dental mouthguard!

Customised sports mouthguards offer a number of advantages over stock standard one size fits all or boil-and-bite mouth guards. They are more comfortable to wear, as they are made to be the best fit to your unique smile and tooth size and shape. They also offer better protection, as they cover all of your teeth and fit snugly against your gums. Finally, custom mouthguards are more durable and last longer than boil-and-bite guards when playing a contact sport.

If you are an athlete, or if you participate in any activity where there is a risk of mouth injury, it is imperative to wear a mouthguard. A mouthguard can protect your teeth and gums from great damage if you suffer an injury to the face or fall on your face.

Yes, a child can wear a custom mouthguard. Mouthguards are designed to protect the teeth and gums from injury during high contact sports or other potential facial impact activities. At Enlighten Dental, Dr Petta provides different thickness custom mouthguards to suit your mouth and the level of contact sport you play.

To ensure that your mouthguard has a long life and provides years of effective protection, it is important to take proper care of it. Here are some tips on how to care for your mouthguard:

• Rinse your mouthguard with cold water before and after each use

• Clean your mouthguard with mild soap and tepid water after each wear, dry thoroughly

• Store your mouthguard in a clean, dry place

• Do not expose your mouthguard to extreme heat, hot water or direct sunlight, as this can warp or damage the material and change the fit of your mouthguard.

• Do not chew on your mouthguard, as this can cause it to lose its shape

• Replace your mouthguard if it becomes damaged or does not fit your mouth properly any more

For any further information about how to care for your mouthguard, or if you need to order a new one, please contact the team at Enlighten Dental.