Mouth and Sports Guards

Mouth and Sports Guards in Lakeland, Fl

At Waterlake Family Dentistry, we take pride in offering mouth guards and sports guards to our patients at our Lakeland, FL office. Our team, led by Dr. Lisa Ma, is experienced and dedicated to helping address your aesthetic and functional dental needs. From preventing teeth grinding to keeping your teeth safe during sports activities, we are here to help you with our sports and mouthguard services and solutions.

Mouthguards, also known as night guards, are beneficial in treating teeth grinding and clenching. Teeth grinding or bruxism can cause tooth damage, jaw pain, and various other dental and health issues. Dental injuries are common in sports and various forms of recreational activities. Dr. Ma and our team can provide custom sports guards that fit perfectly and comfortably, allowing you to play at your best without having to worry about your teeth.

What is a Mouthguard?

Mouthguards are meant to help prevent wear and tear on the teeth due to various dental problems. The perfect mouth guard must be made in adherence to the standards set by the ADA. At Waterlake Family Dentistry, all our mouth guard solutions are provided in accordance with these standards:
  • Fitting properly to your mouth and adapting to your oral structure
  • Covering all teeth on a single arch
  • Made of resilient, FDA-approved material
  • Ease of cleaning
  • Comfortable and secure fit
  • Reduce forces if you face any impact when engaging in sports or other physical activities
When it comes to sports guards, we will recommend using guards with high-impact energy absorption properties.

Types of Mouthguards

There are different types of mouthguards and we will recommend the right one based on your dental problems and/or needs. The different options include:
  • Custom-Made: A custom-made guard, as the name suggests, will be designed to mold to your teeth. It is properly structured to fit your mouth and is ideally comfortable.
  • Stock Mouthguards: These mouth guards are available in all sizes, so you can find one that can match your teeth. They are usually designed to cover the top of the teeth and may not be as comfortable as custom-fit mouth guards.
  • Boil & Bite Mouthguards: As the name suggests, you will boil this mouth guard to soften them before placing it over your front teeth.

Need for Mouthguards

Mouthguards are worn to address different types of problems and challenges. Some of the common reasons our patients need these dental devices are as follows:
  • Teeth Grinding: A chipped tooth is a common sign of bruxism and places excess pressure on the tooth enamel.
  • Sports Activities: Sports guards help reduce the potential risks of sports injuries.
  • TMJ: TMJ is a condition that occurs when teeth clenching and/or grinding can cause the muscles around the jaw to become inflamed. Mouthguards help with this condition by preventing teeth clenching and grinding.

Some of the other reasons you may need mouthguards include conditions such as sleep apnea and snoring.

When you visit our dental office for your mouthguard, we will take an impression of your teeth. This will act as the mold of your mouth guard. You may need two appointments to complete the procedure. At Waterlake Family Dentistry, we provide a full range of dental services. We are members of the American Dental Association, West Coast District Dental Association, and the Florida Dental Association. We offer convenient hours and our team provides personalized dental care to all our patients.

Finding all-around dental services in Lakeland, FL

If you are looking for effective dental treatments in Lakeland or nearby Florida areas, contact us at Waterlake Family Dentistry. You can call us at 863-606-5721 for appointments or visit our conveniently located dental office at 5347 N. Socrum Loop Rd. Lakeland, FL 33809.