Toledo OH Sports Mouthguards

Mouthguard effectiveness in the prevention of dental trauma increases with custom fitted protectors. Custom-fitted mouth protectors are individually designed and made to create the best-fit mouth protector for your athlete needs. First, Dr. Khan will create an imprint of your teeth. Then using a special material, will mold a custom fitted mouth guard just for you. This custom-made mouth guard may be more expensive than the other types, but it provides the most comfort and protection.

Adults and children who play contact sports such as soccer, football, basketball, boxing, ice hockey, lacrosse and field hockey should use a mouth guard. However, even those participating in noncontact sports (for example, gymnastics) and any recreational activity (for example, skateboarding, mountain biking) that might pose a risk of injury to the mouth would benefit from wearing a protective mouth guard.

Mouthguards may also prevent or reduce harm levels of concussion in the event of an injury to the jaw. Because accidents can happen during any physical activity, the advantage of using a mouth guard during sports is that it can help limit the risk of mouth-related injuries. Mouth guards can also help to prevent chipped or broken teeth, nerve damage to a tooth, or even tooth loss.

Yes. Since an injury to the face could damage braces or other fixed appliances, a properly fitted mouth guard may be particularly important for people who wear braces or have fixed bridge work. Dr. Khan can recommend a mouth guard that will provide the best protection for your special mouth work. An important reminder: do not wear any orthodontic retainers or other removable appliance during any contact sports or during any recreational activities that put your mouth at risk for injury.

Generally, mouth guards cover your upper teeth only, but in some instances (such as if you wear braces or another fixed dental appliance on your lower jaw), Dr. Khan will make a mouth guard for the lower teeth as well. Dr. Khan can suggest the best mouthguard for you. An effective mouth guard should be comfortable, resist tears, be durable and easy to clean, and should not restrict your breathing or speech.

Great Smiles Family Dentistry is located at 4646 Nantucket Drive Toledo, OH 43623 inside the Nantucket Medical Plaza. There is plenty of parking just outside of our building we share with several other great businesses. Our hours are:

• Monday – 8 am to 5 pm
• Tuesday – 8 am to 5 pm
• Wednesday – 8 am to 1 pm
• Thursday – 8 am to 5 pm
• Friday- 8 am to 12 pm

Evening appointments are also available. While we accept most major dental insurances, please check with your insurance to see if a mouth guard is covered by your policy. Questions about mouth guards, other services we offer, or would you like to make an appointment? Call our friendly staff today. We serve patients from Toledo OH, Oregon OH, Ottawa Hills OH, Moline OH, Woodhurst OH, Harbor View OH and Shoreland OH.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve a great smile at Great Smiles Family Dentistry.