Protect Your Smile with Custom Sport Mouthguards in Coral Gables and Plantation: Essential Equipment for Athletes of All Levels

Custom sport mouthguards are an essential piece of equipment for athletes of all ages and skill levels. They are designed to protect your teeth and gums from injury during sports activities, reducing the risk of dental trauma, concussions, and other serious injuries.

At our dental clinic, we offer custom-fitted sport mouthguards to ensure maximum protection and comfort for athletes. Our experienced dentists work closely with each patient to create a personalized mouthguard that fits snugly over their teeth and gums, providing a secure and comfortable fit.

Why visit Miracle Smile for a mouthguard, instead of buying one at a store?

Mouthguards come in three types:

• one-size-fits-most
• boil-and-fit
• custom-fit

The one-size-fits most mouthguards are usually available from sporting good stores. They’re built in a standardized size and are usually made of a rather firm type of latex or rubber. They’re better than nothing, but they’re not a great choice because they don’t usually fit well. They can be uncomfortable, and when a patient has any type of dental or orthodontic work like braces or bridges, they can fit very poorly or not at al.

Boil-and-fit mouthguards are usually found in drugstores. They might be a little more expensive than the one-size-fits-most mouthguards, but they tend to fit better. These soft, flexible latex or silicone mouthguards are placed into boiling water to soften, then pressed on to the teeth to fit. This gives a more comfortable and customized fit than the one-size-fits-most guards, but they can fall apart more easily and they still might not fit properly over braces or bridges.

Finally, customized mouthguards are available from our dental offices in Coral Gables, and Plantation. With these, your dentist makes an impression of your teeth (including any devices or braces) and has a mouthguard built from those custom impressions. These fit perfectly, are the most comfortable option, and are usually pretty long-lasting. They might be more expensive than the other options, but for a patient with dental work they might be the only one that fits right.

Custom sport mouthguards are more effective than over-the-counter options, which may not fit properly and can become dislodged during physical activity. They are also more comfortable and less bulky than generic options, allowing for clear speech and easy breathing.

When should I wear my mouthguard?

We recommend that athletes wear their custom sport mouthguards during all sports activities, including practice and competition. This will help to prevent dental injuries and protect your smile.

Our board-certified cosmetic dentists have learned from many years of experience that it’s far easier to protect the teeth than to replace them. Dental accidents cause thousands of cases of tooth loss each year, and mouthguards can go a long way to making your sport or activity safer.

If you’re an athlete in Coral Gables or Plantation, we strongly recommend investing in a custom sport mouthguard to protect your teeth and gums during sports activities. Our team of experts will work with you to create a personalized mouthguard that meets your specific needs and preferences.

At our dental clinic, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of dental care. If you’re interested in a custom sport mouthguard, contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced dentists.