Are your teeth in need of extra protection?
A custom mouthguard is one of the best, multifunctional dental tools we have at our disposal. Your dentist can create one using dental impressions of your own teeth. We offer custom mouthguards in Alpharetta, GA as a general dentistry treatment to better serve patients who play impact sports, suffer from sleep apnea, or unconsciously grind their teeth.
As a trusted local dentist, Dr. Angie Hedlund is happy to provide you with a custom mouthguard to meet your unique needs. Our mouthguards are better than over-the-counter mouthguards because we design them specifically for each patient.
About Custom Mouthguards in Alpharetta, GA
We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach to mouthguards. Instead, we ensure your mouthguard fits comfortably in your mouth, and around any orthodontics or other oral appliances that you utilize as well. You don’t have to worry about annoying slippage distracting you from being on your A-game.
Custom Sports Mouthguards for the Ultimate Protection for Your Teeth
A custom sports mouthguard helps protect an athletes teeth and mouth from injuries while playing sports. The sports mouthgurads we create act as a shield that fits over your teeth, acting as a barrier to prevent any harm.
Sports can be intense, and accidents can happen, leading to injuries like broken teeth or cuts to the mouth. A custom mouthguard is the best form of protection, preventing such injuries. They will absorb and spread the impact, reducing the force that could potentially damage your teeth or cause injuries to your jaw or lips.
We will create a mouthguard and tailor it to fit your mouth, ensuring maximum comfort and protection. By wearing a custom sports mouthguard, you can focus on the sport you are playing without worrying about oral injuries, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Apnea
An oral appliance is like a special mouthguard that you wear when you sleep. It’s purpose is to help people who have sleep apnea. This type of sleep disorder causes them to stop breathing for short periods during the night.
This type of custom mouthguard works by gently moving your jaw forward to open up your airway and makes it easier for you to breathe. It replaces a CPAP machine for mild to moderate cases of sleep apnea. By keeping your airway open, the appliance will prevent breathing interruptions, ensuring you get a good night’s rest without any disruptions.
A custom oral sleep appliance will fit your mouth perfectly, making it comfortable to wear. They are less invasive than other sleep apnea treatments and can really help improve your sleep and overall health. To learn more about sleep apnea, see Sleep Apnea.
Custom Night Guards for Bruxism
A custom night guard is a special type of mouthguard that you wear over your teeth while you sleep. The purpose of it is to protect your teeth and prevent any damage from happening when asleep.
There are many people who grind their teeth or clench their jaw while asleep and do they do not realize it. These actions can lead to tooth damage, headaches, and jaw pain. We offer custom night guards to act as a shield for your teeth. This type of mouthguard creates a barrier between your top and bottom teeth. By doing so, it stops them from coming into direct contact and prevents any grinding or clenching.
We will create a custom night guard specifically for your mouth, ensuring a perfect fit. Wearing a night guard can help you wake up feeling more rested and relieve any discomfort caused by teeth grinding. To learn more about night time teeth grinding, see Bruxism.
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Professional Vs. Over-The-Counter Mouthguards
There are many options when it comes to mouthguards. Many drugstores carry boil and bite guards that they claim to be customizable. But professional custom mouthguards carry many benefits compared to these. It’s the only option that can be completely fitted to your smile.
Custom mouthguards fit snugly on your teeth and don’t require you to constantly bite down and clench your jaw to keep them in. You can’t easily communicate with teammates or get a quick drink of water if you have to deal with your mouthguard. Custom mouthguards stay in your mouth without clenching, allowing you to speak and drink when you’re wearing one.
Constant clenching can also lead to problems with your jaw. The more you clench your teeth, the more stress you’re putting on the jaw. This eventually leads to pain and can cause TMJ conditions to develop. You may experience pain and tension throughout the head and face, popping and clicking when you move your jaw, and issues with movement and getting it stuck in certain positions. You don’t have to clench your teeth to keep a custom mouthguard in.
Drugstore mouthguards often use cheaper materials, so they don’t last as long. They get brittle or lose their shape over time. Even with daily use, a custom mouthguard will last longer. We use high-quality materials for every type of mouthguard. While they have a higher upfront cost, you won’t have to replace them as frequently.
TMJ or bruxism mouthguards can protect against the consequences of prolonged teeth grinding. When you grind your teeth, they wear down faster and are more likely to chip, crack, or have issues with tooth decay. Mouthguards prevent the surfaces of your teeth from grinding together and causing these problems.
Can I Use My Mouthguard for Multiple Conditions?
Never try to use your mouthguard for multiple uses unless we explicitly give you permission. The materials of mouthguards are unique to the conditions they treat. Sports mouthguards are a bulkier, lighter material that absorbs shocks. For teeth grinding, we use a thinner, more durable plastic to prevent the teeth from grinding together and wearing each other down.
If you try to use a TMJ mouthguard for sports, it’ll be similar to not having a guard at all. The thinner plastic won’t absorb any shocks, failing to protect your smile from hits and contact. If you try to use the sports mouthguard for teeth grinding, the material won’t hold up. You’ll damage the guard and wear through the material. It won’t be suitable for its intended use if you’re grinding further and further through the guard.
Custom Mouthguard FAQs
Custom mouthguards are the best way to protect your smile. Learn more by reading the answers to these commonly asked questions.
What sports require a mouthguard?
Several sports require a mouthguard as a part of the participant’s mandatory uniform. Sports like football, basketball, baseball, soccer, hockey, skateboarding, gymnastics, and wrestling typically require a mouthguard. If you engage in any activity that might result in an injury to the mouth, you should consider a customized mouthguard.
How will a mouthguard help my sleep apnea?
If you suffer from mild to moderate sleep apnea, oral appliance therapy can be very beneficial. Through the use of a customized night guard, or a mouthguard you wear at night, your jaw will be held in a healthy resting position that prevents the soft tissues of your mouth and throat from collapsing on each other. Customized night guards help you maintain an open airway while you sleep, preventing snoring.
Can a mouthguard help me stop grinding my teeth?
If you grind your teeth, we often recommend the use of a night guard. This is because a night guard will act as a shield for your teeth while you sleep. Even if you attempt to grind your teeth while using the night guard, you will not cause tooth damage because of this extra layer of protection.
How long does it take to be fitted for a mouthguard?
The process to get your custom mouthguard is fairly simple and fast. You will come into our office where we will take impressions of your teeth. These impressions are sent to a lab where they will fabricate your custom piece. Once it is done, they will send it back to us, and we will make sure it fits properly. In most cases, the whole process takes about two to three weeks.
Call Today to Get Your Custom Mouthguard in Alpharetta, GA
We look forward to providing you with your new customized mouthguard. Mouthguards are cost-effective and allow you to prevent tooth damage and tooth loss while playing contact sports.
Call us today to schedule an appointment 678-352-1333. You can also request an appointment online. Let us help protect your teeth with a custom mouthguard in Alpharetta and Roswell, GA.