Custom Mouthguards in Highlands Ranch

High-Quality Mouthguards for Athletes in Castle Pines

Mouthguards, or sports guards, are an important piece of protective gear for children used for a variety of reasons. They are most commonly used to protect a child's teeth from potential injury when playing sports or other physical activities, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) advocates their usage. Children sometimes wear mouthguards to keep from grinding their teeth at night. 

While the primary function of a mouthguard is to protect your child's teeth, mouthguards can also cushion the force of an impact that could affect the central nervous system. 

Other injuries that a mouthguard for children in Highlands Ranch can prevent include: 

• Tooth fractures
• Cheek, lip, and/or tongue lacerations
• Concussions
• Gum and soft tissue injuries
• Jawbone fractures

An important consideration when choosing what type of mouthguard is best suited for your child is the degree of protection that is required. Generally speaking, mouthguards fall into three categories: stock, boil-and-bite, and customized. 

#1 Stock Mouthguards

Stock mouthguards can be bought off-the-shelf, and they come in a universal one-size-fits-all shape. Usually, stock mouthguards are ready to wear, the least protective, and the least comfortable type of mouthguard.  

#2 Boil-and-Bite Mouthguards

Boil-and-bite mouthguards are commonly found in sporting goods stores and conform around the teeth after hot water to soften the material is heated. Once your child bites into the heated plastic, the mouthguard forms around their teeth. These mouthguards offer a bit more protection than stock mouthguards, and they are generally more comfortable in their fit as well. 

#3 Custom-Made Mouthguards in Castle Pines

Customized mouthguards are the best way to protect your child's teeth and gums from an injury or wear associated with bruxism. For the most protection available, you can consider a customized mouthguard created at our Castle Pines or Highlands Ranch dental offices. Our custom-made mouthguards for bruxism are specially crafted by Dr. Jon and our team using a mold of the child's unique, individual bite. 

Our custom mouthguards in Castle Pines are:

• Comfortable
• Tear-resistant 
• Easy to clean 
• Made from safe materials 
• Help athletes easily breathe and talk
• Used to prevent sports injuries
• Used to reduce symptoms of bruxism

Customized mouthguards can be more expensive than stock or boil-and-bite guards, but they are more comfortable; therefore, they stay in the mouth better. 

A great way to make your child's mouthguard unique is to customize it with the child's favorite sports team's colors or their school colors. Children will be more willing and excited to make sure they represent their team by wearing a mouthguard in a fresh and fun style. Their new mouthguards will keep them in the game, protect their smile, and give them a chance to show off their team spirit!

Custom Mouthguards in Highlands Ranch and Castle Pines

If your child grinds their teeth or plays sports, perhaps it's time to get them a custom mouthguard from Sierk Children's Dentistry. Our mouthguards are made with kids' mouths in mind, and are comfortable, durable, and affordable. Call us today for more information about custom mouthguards in Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, and Castle Rock. Our dental offices are easily accessible from Lone Tree, Roxborough, Sterling Ranch, and The Canyons.