What Is a Custom Mouthguard?
A custom mouthguard is a protective oral appliance that is professionally fabricated to fit the precise contours of your teeth and bite. Unlike over-the-counter mouthguards purchased at a drugstore or sporting goods store, a custom mouthguard is created from a detailed impression of your teeth, ensuring a snug, comfortable fit that provides maximum protection. Drs. Matalkah and Khater offer custom mouthguards at our Wayne, NJ dental office for both sports protection and management of nighttime teeth grinding.
Benefits of Custom Mouthguards
For athletes in Wayne, NJ, a properly fitted sports mouthguard can help prevent chipped or broken teeth, tooth loss, soft tissue injuries, and even concussions by cushioning impact to the jaw. For patients who grind or clench their teeth at night, a condition known as bruxism, a custom night guard protects tooth enamel from wear, reduces jaw pain and tension headaches, and helps prevent damage to existing dental restorations. Patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders may also benefit from wearing a custom oral appliance to reduce strain on the jaw joint.
Custom Mouthguards for Sports
Participation in contact sports and high-impact recreational activities puts teeth and soft tissues at risk of injury. Custom sports mouthguards are recommended by dental professionals for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Whether you or your child plays football, basketball, soccer, hockey, martial arts, or another active sport, a well-fitted mouthguard is one of the simplest and most effective pieces of protective equipment available.
At our Wayne dental practice, we use convenient digital scanning to take precise impressions of your teeth and work with a professional dental laboratory. This allows us to craft a mouthguard that fits perfectly and allows you to breathe and communicate easily during activity.
The Process of Getting a Mouthguard Fitted
Getting a custom mouthguard at our Wayne, NJ office is quick and easy. Using digital scanning technology, Dr. Matalkah, Dr. Khater, or a member of our team will take impressions of your upper and lower teeth with a handheld device. Easy and convenient, digital scanning is done chairside and does not require impression trays.
These impressions are sent to a dental laboratory where your mouthguard is custom-fabricated to match the exact shape of your mouth. When your mouthguard is ready, you will return to our office for a fitting, during which Dr. Matalkah or Dr. Khater will check the fit and make any necessary adjustments. Most patients find that their custom mouthguard is noticeably more comfortable than any store-bought option they have tried.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Do you grind your teeth or play contact sports? Schedule your appointment with Dr. Asmahan Khater or Dr. Hammah Matalkah today! You can fill out our convenient online Appointment Request Form or call our office at (973) 845-6133. Our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way on your journey to a healthier, more beautiful smile.
