A sports mouthguard is custom-fitted from an impression of your own teeth, giving a closer, more comfortable fit than a shop-bought boil-and-bite guard. It cushions your teeth and jaw during contact sports, and is worth replacing as a growing child’s mouth changes.
A sports mouthguard is a protective appliance made from an impression of your own teeth, cushioning your teeth, lips and jaw during contact or high-impact sports. It suits anyone playing sports where a knock to the face or mouth is a risk, and is fitted individually rather than shaped by biting into a generic mould.
We take an impression of your teeth to give the laboratory an exact model of your mouth to work from.
Your mouthguard is made to that impression, then checked and adjusted in practice so it sits securely.
Rinse and store your mouthguard between uses, and bring it back for a check if it feels loose or your mouth has changed shape.
| Treatment | From | Member price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports mouthguard | £120 | £96 | Member price is lower. See Membership & Pricing. |
Membership plans cover routine care and cut 20% off most other treatment. See Membership & Pricing to find the right plan.
A custom mouthguard is made from an impression of your own teeth, giving a closer, more secure fit than a boil-and-bite guard shaped by biting into a generic mould.
It’s worth having your mouthguard checked regularly, especially for children and teenagers. A growing mouth can change shape over a season, and a loose-fitting guard offers less protection.
No mouthguard can prevent every injury, but a well-fitted one can reduce the risk of damage to your teeth, lips and jaw during contact or high-impact sports.
UK guidance favours a custom-made mouthguard, shaped to your own teeth. Studies comparing it directly with shop-bought ones are limited. Any guard should stay in when you open your mouth wide.
A crown covers a tooth, but plaque can still build up where it meets the gum, so daily brushing, cleaning between your teeth and regular check-ups still matter. See a dentist if a crown feels loose or comes off.
Book an appointment for your custom mouthguard, made from an impression of your own teeth.
