Fast Plays, Big Impacts—Protect The Smile That Plays Hard
From soccer and basketball to lacrosse and hockey, contact and semi-contact sports carry real risk for dental injuries. A custom mouthguard is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways to protect teeth, lips, and jaws.
What Mouthguards Actually Do
A mouthguard cushions impact by absorbing and distributing force across a larger area. That helps prevent chipped or broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, cuts to lips and cheeks, and jaw joint injuries.
Types Of Mouthguards: Good, Better, Best
Store-Bought Boil-And-Bite
These soft guards are molded at home. They’re affordable and better than nothing, but the fit can be bulky or loose.
Custom-Fit Mouthguards (Best)
Made from an impression or scan of your teeth, custom guards hug tooth surfaces for a secure, comfortable fit. They’re thinner where they can be and thicker where they need to be, improving speech, oxygen flow, and compliance.
What To Do If A Tooth Is Knocked Out
Time is everything. Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root), gently rinse if dirty, and try to reinsert it into the socket. If that’s not possible, place it in milk and head straight to the dentist. The best outcomes happen when the tooth is reimplanted within 30–60 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will A Mouthguard Affect Breathing?
A custom guard is contoured to your bite, allowing better airflow than bulky over-the-counter options.
How Long Does A Custom Guard Take?
Most guards are ready in about a week after a quick scan or impression.
Need a season-ready custom mouthguard? Call D1 Dentistry on Main in Lansdale at 215-855-9068 to schedule a consultation.
