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What Are Athletic Mouthguards?
Athletic mouthguards are custom-made dental appliances worn during sports to protect your teeth, gums, and jaw from injury. At Kind Heart Dental in Santa Maria, CA, we create high-quality, comfortable mouthguards that fit securely and provide maximum protection for athletes of all ages.
How It Works
A Simple 3-Step Process
Step 1
Schedule a Mouthguard Fitting
Book an appointment to have your teeth evaluated and impressions taken for a precise fit.
Step 2
Custom Fabrication
We create your mouthguard in a dental lab to ensure it fits comfortably and stays in place during activity.
Step 3
Protect Your Smile During Play
Wear your mouthguard during sports to help prevent injuries to your teeth, lips, and jaw.
Features of Sports Mouthguards
Our mouthguards are tailored to your sport, age, and dental structure for optimal comfort and safety.
- Made from durable, shock-absorbing materials
- Custom-fitted for better protection and breathing
- Suitable for contact and non-contact sports
- Available for kids, teens, and adults
Benefits of Athletic Mouthguards
- Reduces risk of chipped or knocked-out teeth
- Protects jaw from fractures and dislocations
- Minimizes lip and tongue injuries
- More comfortable and effective than store-bought guards
- Encourages consistent use through better fit and feel
Why Choose Kind Heart Dental?
We know how important it is to keep your smile safe—especially during sports. Dr. Christiane Trigueros and our team create athletic mouthguards that are both protective and comfortable. Whether you’re a student-athlete or weekend warrior, we help you stay in the game with peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom guards offer a better fit, more protection, and are less likely to fall out or interfere with breathing and speech.
Football, basketball, soccer, hockey, wrestling, and martial arts are just a few of the sports where a mouthguard is highly recommended.
Typically, it takes about one to two weeks from your fitting appointment to delivery.
Yes. We create guards for athletes of all ages to keep growing smiles protected.
Rinse it after each use, store it in a ventilated case, and bring it to your dental checkups so we can ensure it still fits properly.