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Mouthguards? Why are they necessary? by Your Local Redcliffe Dentists

As your Local Redcliffe Dentist knows, the start of the school year means the start of contact sports for both adults and children.  Dentists recommend that mouthguards be worn by athletes in competitive and recreational sports in which impact, contact and collision are likely to occur.  They also recommend the mouthguard to be worn during all practices and competition.

But did you know that mouthguards aren’t just for sports?  A night guard(a type of mouthguard) or splint that can be made to prevent teeth grinding caused by the clenching of the jaw. This clenching and grinding is referred to Bruxism by Dentists.  If  left untreated it can cause cracked and damaged teeth that may need to be replaced or repaired.

You may be wondering why should I get a mouthguard made when I can buy one from the chemist or sports store?

A custom fitted guard is going to fit in the mouth with ease and protect all of the teeth correctly.  Common complaints with store bought mouthguards range from overhangs at the back of the guard which causes gagging, bulkiness in the front making it harder to close the mouth correctly.  Mouth guards should be comfortable to wear and allow the wearer to breath and talk with ease.

The process of getting a mouthguard made by your Local Redcliffe Dentist is easy,  done over 2 appointments. Impressions are taken during the first appointment, which will then be sent to a technician who will custom make the mouthguards.  The Dentist shows you how to put the mouthguard in during the second appointment, making any adjustments that are required.

So if you need a mouthguard to enjoy your contact sport of choice or a night guard to help with your bruxism, call your Local Redcliffe Dentists at John Street Dental on 3284 4281 to make an appointment or  Book Online