Mouthguards

A custom mouth guard is an ideal way to protect your teeth and minimize the risk of damage from grinding, clenching, sports, or trauma. At Melillo Dental in Yonkers, New York, James Melillo, DDS, Dasny Castillo-Beltran, DDS, and the team offer custom-fitted mouth guards. If you’d like to have a mouthguard that’s designed to fit perfectly, schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting one online today. 

Why do I need a custom mouthguard?

You may have seen one-size-fits-all mouthguards at your local pharmacy or online. But because these mouthguards aren’t designed for your bite, they can easily slip out, which defeats their purpose. Plus, store-bought mouthguards can rub or press against your gums, since they’re not designed for your mouth.

A custom mouthguard is designed for your mouth only. It helps:

• Minimize the risk of injury while playing sports
• Prevent nighttime grinding or clenching
• Relieve jaw pain associated with TMJ

Mouthguards even prevent teeth from shifting. If you've had braces in the past or are just generally happy with your smile, a custom mouthguard can help ensure your teeth stay where they are.

When should I wear my mouthguard?

You should wear your mouthguard as often as Melillo Dental recommends, possibly when you sleep, in addition to when you play sports. Athletes are roughly 60 times more likely to sustain teeth damage when they don’t wear mouthguards. The American Dental Association recommends mouthguards any time you participate in:

• Combative sports, like boxing
• Ball sports
• Riding activities, such as mountain biking
• Gymnastics
• Skateboarding
• Skiing

Call Melillo Dental to schedule a mouthguard consultation if you've enrolled in an activity that can compromise your oral health.

What is the process of getting a mouthguard?

Because Melillo Dental has the latest state-of-the-art dental equipment right in the office, you can get your mouthguard the day of your appointment. They use an advanced intraoral scanning system to scan your mouth digitally, so you don’t have to go through the uncomfortable process of having impressions taken.

This digital dental scanning system helps design and create your mouthguard within minutes, while you wait. Typically, you’ll need a mouthguard only for your upper arch, but if you need added protection, Melillo Dental can create a mouthguard for your lower arch, too.

Get your custom mouthguard from Melillo Dental by calling the office or scheduling an appointment online today.