Custom Mouth Guards
Protect teeth during sports with custom mouth guards designed for comfort and durability.
Book ConsultationCustom mouth guards are protective devices designed to fit your teeth precisely, often used during sports or physical activities. They cushion impacts, protect against injury, and help prevent chipped, broken, or knocked-out teeth, ensuring your smile stays safe.
Custom mouth guards are designed from impressions of your teeth to ensure a precise, comfortable fit. They protect your smile during sports or physical activity by absorbing impact, reducing the risk of dental injuries and jaw trauma.
Custom mouth guards protect teeth during sports and physical activity. They reduce the risk of chips, fractures, and concussions by cushioning impact. A professional fit ensures maximum comfort and protection compared to store-bought options, keeping your smile safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of a custom mouth guard depends on the type of guard, the thickness and material your sport calls for, and whether you need more than one. Some dental plans cover sports guards and many do not, so our team checks your benefits and gives you a written estimate before anything is made. If you don't have insurance, SoCal Prime Dentistry offers an in-house membership plan, plus financing through CareCredit and Sunbit.
For most athletes, yes: a custom mouth guard fits and protects more consistently than a store-bought or boil-and-bite guard. Because it is made from impressions of your own teeth, it stays in place without clenching, covers the teeth evenly, and is slim enough that breathing and talking feel more natural. Store-bought guards are better than nothing, but they often feel bulky or loose, and an uncomfortable guard tends to stay in the gym bag.
Getting a custom mouth guard usually takes two short visits about a week apart. At the first appointment, about 30 minutes, the team takes impressions or a digital scan of your teeth. At the second, about 20 minutes, Dr. Sharma checks the fit, makes small adjustments for comfort, and shows you how to clean and store the guard. If your season starts soon, mention the date when you book so the timing can be planned.
With good care, an adult's custom mouth guard can last several seasons, but its lifespan depends on how hard you play, whether you chew on it, and how it is stored. Children and teens usually need new guards more often because their jaws are growing and new teeth are coming in. Replace the guard if it feels loose, cracks, or develops thin spots, and bring it to your checkups so the fit can be checked.
Rinse your mouth guard with cool water after every use, brush it gently with a soft toothbrush and mild soap, and let it air-dry before storing it in its vented case. Avoid hot water, the dishwasher, and leaving it in a hot car, because heat can warp the material and ruin the fit. Don't share your guard, keep it away from pets that like to chew, and bring it to dental visits for inspection.
