March marks the start of many spring sports, including baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track, and cycling. Now is the perfect time to make sure every athlete in your household has a properly fitted custom mouthguard before the season gets fully underway.

Whether your child is joining their first team or you’re preparing for a competitive adult league, a professionally made guard is a smart investment in long-term dental health. 

Why Every Athlete Needs a Mouthguard

Contact and high-impact sports put athletes at real risk for dental injuries. A blow to the face can result in:

  • Chipped or broken teeth
  • Knocked-out teeth
  • Cuts to the lips, tongue, and cheeks
  • Jaw injuries and fractures

Wearing a mouthguard significantly reduces both the risk and severity of these injuries. But not all mouthguards offer the same level of protection.

Custom Mouthguard vs. Store-Bought Guards

You can find boil-and-bite or ready-made mouthguards at sporting goods stores, but they don’t compare to a custom mouthguard made by a dentist. At Twin Rivers Dental, we provide a professionally made custom mouthguard to help keep teeth, jaws, and smiles safe during athletic activities.

Here’s why a custom option is the better choice:

1. Superior Fit and Comfort
A custom mouthguard is made from precise impressions of your teeth, so it fits snugly and comfortably. Unlike bulky store-bought guards, it won’t slip, rub, or fall out during play.

2. Better Protection
Because it fits properly, a custom sports mouthguard absorbs and distributes impact more effectively, offering better protection for teeth, gums, and the jaw.

3. Easier Breathing and Speaking
Custom athletic guards are slim and well-contoured, so it’s easier to breathe, talk, and stay focused on the game.

4. Greater Durability
High-quality materials make custom guards more durable than over-the-counter options, which often tear, warp, or lose their shape.

5. More Likely to Be Worn Consistently
Comfort matters. Athletes are far more likely to wear a custom mouthguard during every practice and game.

More Than Just Sports Protection

At Twin Rivers Dental, we don’t only provide athletic guards. We also offer custom-made oral appliances for other important needs:

Night Guards for Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) – If you or a family member grind or clench your teeth at night, a custom guard can protect teeth from excessive wear, cracks, and fractures.

Guards to Help Relieve Jaw Pain – Custom oral appliances can also help reduce jaw strain, muscle tension, and discomfort associated with clenching and TMJ disorders.

Just like athletic guards, these appliances are made for comfort, durability, and a precise fit.

Protect Every Smile in Your Household

From spring sports to nighttime teeth grinding, a custom mouthguard plays an important role in protecting your family’s smiles. At Twin Rivers Dental, we’re proud to provide high-quality, comfortable guards for athletes and non-athletes alike.

Call 531-221-1177 today to get fitted for a custom mouthguard in Valley, NE. Make smile protection part of your family’s winning team!