Young patient placing a custom athletic mouthguard

Athletic Mouthguards – Papillion, NE

Ensuring Your Little Surfer Never Misses a Tubular Wave

Does your little one participate in a hobby or sport that could put their smile in harm’s way? With one of our customized athletic mouthguards, they’ll be able to play (and you’ll be able to watch!) without anxiety about breaking or damaging a tooth. If you are interested in learning more about how they are made and the benefits of having a custom one, read on or give a friendly member of our team a call.

Why Choose Surf's Up Pediatric Dentistry for Athletic Mouthguards?

  • Durable, Custom-Fitted Sportsguards
  • We Accept Dental Insurance
  • Get a Prize After Each Visit

What Are Athletic Mouthguards?

Pretten boy placing a custom mouthguard

Athletic mouthguards are an appliance designed to protect your child’s teeth and jaw from unforeseen impact – whether from a bad fall, a rogue ball, or an accidental elbow to the face. At our pediatric dental office, we create custom ones so that they are the appropriate thickness for the sport and fit comfortably. Knowing their smile is protected by an athletic mouthguard in Papillion will allow them to perform their best without fear of injury.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Athletic Mouthguards?

Young patient with mouthguard in place boxing

Oftentimes, parents assume that their child only needs a mouthguard if they participate in a contact sport, like football. However, it’s also recommended if your child:

  • Plays ball-and-stick sports, like baseball
  • Competes in cycling or horseback riding
  • Participates in and-to-hand sports, including martial arts
  • Enjoys outdoor activities, such as waterskiing, skateboarding, or rollerblading

How Are Mouthguards Made?

Dentist placing athletic mouthguard on smiling child

The mouthguards that you’ll get from our dental office are different from those you can buy in stores because they are custom-fitted for your child’s small smile. The first step of the process is taking a putty impression of their teeth. Then, we will send it off to our dental laboratory so the artisans can craft a sturdy, yet flexible mouthguard. Once we receive it, we’ll have your child try it on to make sure it fits properly and teach them how to take care of it.

Benefits of an Athletic Mouthguard

Smiling child holding baseball and baseball bat on field

By choosing a professionally-fitted mouthguard, your child will be able to enjoy these benefits:

  • Easier time breathing while running and jumping
  • Maximized support and protection for teeth and the jaw
  • Hassle-free maintenance
  • Fast and easy process

If you are interested in learning more about preventive dentistry in Papillion, or you would like to begin the process of having an athletic mouthguard made for your child, take the next step: give our friendly dental team a call!