Sports Mouthguards Ottawa

A mouthguard belongs in the equipment bag when a sport or activity puts your teeth at risk. A suitable fit makes it easier to keep the guard in place when it is needed.

BluSky Dental Richardson can assess your teeth and discuss a sports mouthguard for your activity. Bring details of the sport, any braces and an existing guard if you have one.

Choosing Sports Mouthguards in Ottawa

A guard cushions and covers vulnerable teeth and tissues during activity. Contact sports are an obvious setting, but falls and accidental impacts also happen in recreational activities.

Options include custom-made, boil-and-bite and stock guards. They differ in fit, comfort and cost. If a custom guard is not practical, ask how to choose and fit an appropriate alternative rather than going without protection.

No mouthguard prevents every injury. It should be used alongside the other protective equipment and rules for the sport.

What a Custom Fitting Considers

The dentist checks the teeth, bite and any restorations or orthodontic appliances. A record of the mouth is used to make the guard, followed by an assessment of fit.

The guard should stay in position and allow practical breathing and communication. If you need to hold it in place by constantly clenching, or it rubs painfully, have it checked.

Explain how it feels during the actual activity. A guard that seems acceptable sitting still may need review if it interferes with regular use.

Growing Smiles and Braces

Children's teeth and jaws change, and new teeth can alter the fit. A guard needs reassessment as the mouth develops, not just replacement after a set number of seasons.

With braces or other orthodontic treatment, ask the treating clinician about a compatible guard. Tooth movement and hardware change the requirements. Do not force an old guard over an appliance.

Cleaning and Storage

Follow the material-specific cleaning instructions. Rinse after use, allow the guard to dry and keep it in a suitable ventilated container. Avoid heat that can distort it.

Inspect it for tears, sharp edges and changes in shape. Bring it to dental reviews so its condition and fit can be checked.

Do not share guards. If yours is lost or damaged, arrange a replacement and ask what protection to use in the meantime.

Check Fit After a Change

A new crown, filling, lost baby tooth or orthodontic adjustment can change how a guard sits. Arrange a review if it suddenly feels tight, loose or uncomfortable, even if it was made recently.

After a significant impact, inspect the guard and have any injured teeth assessed. A device that appears intact does not rule out damage to the mouth.

For teams or families, label the storage case and make cleaning part of packing away equipment. A well-fitted guard only helps when it is available and worn during the activity.

Different Guards Have Different Jobs

A sports mouthguard is not the same as a night guard for tooth grinding or an appliance for sleep apnea. Designs should match the intended purpose.

If an injury occurs despite protection, seek assessment. A displaced or knocked-out tooth needs prompt attention; our dental emergency guide explains first steps.

Book a fitting discussion at Richardson and make protection part of preparing for your next season.