Custom Mouth Guards in Toronto

A custom mouth guard is made from an impression or scan of your teeth, allowing it to fit more closely than a generic stock or boil-and-bite guard. A better fit can improve comfort, stability, breathing, and speech while providing protection suited to your teeth, bite, and intended use.

A sports mouth guard is recommended for activities where there is a risk of contact with another person, equipment, or a hard surface. This can include hockey, basketball, football, soccer, martial arts, baseball, cycling, skateboarding, and other recreational or competitive activities where dental injuries may occur.

A night guard may be recommended if you grind or clench your teeth while sleeping. Signs can include worn or chipped teeth, tooth sensitivity, morning headaches, jaw soreness, or changes to tooth surfaces. Your dentist can examine your teeth and bite to determine whether a custom night guard may help protect them.

A night guard does not necessarily stop the grinding habit itself. Instead, it creates a protective barrier between the upper and lower teeth and helps distribute pressure more evenly, reducing the damage grinding or clenching can cause to the teeth. Your dentist may also discuss possible contributing factors when appropriate.

The lifespan of a mouth guard varies depending on how often it is worn, how strongly you grind or clench, your sport, changes in your bite, and normal wear. Your dentist should check the guard periodically and may recommend replacement if it becomes worn, damaged, loose, or no longer fits correctly.

Rinse your mouth guard after use and allow it to air-dry before storing it in a protective container. It should also be cleaned regularly according to your dentist’s instructions. Avoid exposing it to excessive heat, and bring it to dental visits if you notice cracks, wear, or changes in fit.