At Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in The Woodlands, TX, Dr. Christopher Anton and Dr. Angela Anton are committed to protecting your smile both day and night. Custom mouthguards are specially designed dental appliances that fit perfectly over your teeth to provide protection during sports activities and while sleeping. Unlike store-bought options, our custom-made mouthguards are created specifically for your unique dental structure, ensuring maximum comfort and protection.
Whether you’re an athlete looking to safeguard your smile during physical activities or someone who grinds their teeth at night, our custom mouthguards offer the perfect solution. We take pride in creating high-quality, durable mouthguards that not only protect your teeth but also contribute to your overall oral health and well-being.
Types Of Custom Mouthguards
At Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer different types of custom mouthguards to meet your specific needs. Dr. Christopher Anton and Dr. Angela Anton carefully evaluate each patient to determine the most appropriate mouthguard solution. Our office provides two main types of custom mouthguards, each designed to address different oral health concerns.
Sports Mouthguards
Our custom sports mouthguards are essential for anyone participating in contact sports or physical activities. These specially designed guards provide superior protection against dental injuries such as chipped, broken, or knocked-out teeth. They also help reduce the risk of jaw fractures and concussions by absorbing and distributing impact forces.
The sports mouthguards we create at Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry are:
- Custom-fitted to your exact dental structure for maximum comfort
- Made from durable, high-quality materials that withstand impact
- Designed to allow normal breathing and speaking during physical activity
- Available in various thicknesses depending on your sport and level of protection needed
- Created to stay securely in place, even during intense physical activity
Whether you play football, basketball, hockey, soccer, or participate in martial arts, wrestling, or any other physical activity, our custom sports mouthguards provide the protection you need to play with confidence.
Nightguards
Do you wake up with headaches, jaw pain, or sensitive teeth? You might be grinding or clenching your teeth while sleeping, a condition known as bruxism. Our custom nightguards are specifically designed to protect your teeth from the damaging effects of nighttime grinding and clenching.
Nightguards work by creating a protective barrier between your upper and lower teeth, preventing direct contact and reducing the pressure on your teeth and jaw. This helps to:
- Prevent tooth wear, chips, and cracks
- Reduce jaw pain and headaches
- Protect dental work such as crowns, veneers, and fillings
- Alleviate symptoms of TMJ disorders
- Promote better sleep quality
Dr. Christopher Anton and Dr. Angela Anton create nightguards from durable acrylic material that’s comfortable to wear while sleeping. Each nightguard is precisely fitted to your teeth, ensuring optimal comfort and protection throughout the night.
The Benefits of Custom Mouthguards
When it comes to protecting your teeth, custom-made mouthguards offer significant advantages over store-bought options. Here’s why choosing a custom mouthguard from Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is the better choice:
- Superior Fit and Comfort: Our custom mouthguards are created from precise impressions of your teeth, ensuring a perfect fit that’s comfortable to wear. Unlike bulky, one-size-fits-all store-bought guards, our custom options won’t slip or shift during use, making them more comfortable and less likely to interfere with speaking or breathing.
- Enhanced Protection: The precise fit of custom mouthguards provides better protection against impacts and grinding forces. They distribute pressure more evenly across your teeth and absorb shock more effectively, significantly reducing the risk of dental injuries during sports or damage from nighttime grinding.
- Durability and Longevity: Custom mouthguards are made from higher-quality materials than store-bought options. This means they’re more durable and longer-lasting, providing better value over time despite the higher initial investment.
- Better Compliance: Because custom mouthguards are more comfortable to wear, you’re more likely to use them consistently. The best mouthguard is the one you’ll actually wear, and our custom-fitted options are designed with your comfort in mind.
- Personalized to Your Need: At Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we create mouthguards specifically tailored to your individual needs. Whether you need extra protection in certain areas or have unique dental considerations, our custom approach ensures you get exactly what you need.
Caring for Your Mouthguard
Proper care of your custom mouthguard is essential to maintain its effectiveness and extend its lifespan. To keep your mouthguard clean and in good condition, we recommend rinsing it with cool water before and after each use. Regular cleaning with a soft toothbrush and mild soap or non-abrasive toothpaste at least once a week will help prevent bacterial buildup. When not in use, always store your mouthguard in its ventilated case to protect it from damage and prevent bacterial growth. It’s important to keep your mouthguard away from heat sources such as hot water, direct sunlight, and hot surfaces, as heat can warp the material and affect the fit.
We encourage you to bring your mouthguard to your regular dental appointments so Dr. Christopher Anton or Dr. Angela Anton can check for signs of wear and ensure it still fits properly. Even with excellent care, mouthguards will eventually need replacement—sports mouthguards typically should be replaced every season or year, while nightguards may last 3-5 years depending on the degree of wear. Finally, be sure to store your mouthguard safely out of reach of pets, particularly dogs, who are often attracted to them due to the scent. Following these care instructions will help ensure your custom mouthguard remains effective, comfortable, and hygienic for as long as possible.
Schedule Your Appointment
Protect your smile with a custom mouthguard from Creekside Park Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Christopher Anton and Dr. Angela Anton are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality dental care and custom-fitted mouthguards to meet your specific needs.
To schedule your appointment for a custom mouthguard fitting, fill out our appointment request form on our website, and our friendly staff will contact you to confirm your appointment time.
Or, call us directly at 346-560-5916 to speak with our team and schedule your visit.
Don’t wait until an injury occurs or tooth damage becomes severe. Invest in a custom mouthguard today and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your smile is protected.
