Mouth Guards

How do you think you'd look like without teeth (or even with one front tooth missing)? As a dentist who treats many athletic patients, I want to tell you about mouthguards. The mouthguard is an important piece of safety equipment. Mouthguards cushion blows that would otherwise cause broken teeth, injuries to the lips and face, and sometimes, even jaw fractures.

Don't assume that mouthguards are just for typical jocks. Any adult or child involved in a recreational activity that may cause injury to the mouth (such as roller blading or skateboarding) should protect his or her smile with a mouthguard.

We can create a special mouthguard just for you- one that will provide comfort and a proper fit. It will be designed and constructed in our dental office or dental lab. Although custom-made mouthguards may be more expensive than standard mouthguards purchased in stores, you'll find that their exceptionally good fit, comfort and overall quality make them worth it. A custom-made mouthguard stays in your mouth and causes minimal interference with speech.

If you'd like to learn more about mouthguards, please call our office at 802-457-1903 or ask me about fitting you for one at your next appointment. As always, we want the best for our patients and look forward to giving you the preventive care you deserve!

Until we meet again, in our next blog, take care of yourself and your dental health. If you have questions feel free to email me at dr.janisse@sunsetvalleydental.com. Also don’t forget about the American Dental Association website ADA.org, it has great information.

Dr. Jedidiah Janisse