Mouthguards

Having your child involved in a sport is a fun and great way to get exercise! But as a parent, you also worry about their safety. There is one piece of essential safety equipment that is often overlooked: the mouthguard. These protect your child’s teeth and mouth from any potential injuries. If your child is an avid athlete in need of a mouthguard, contact Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces. We are located in the Phoenix, AZ, area.

It’s a common misbelief that mouthguards should only be worn when playing contact sports. This is not true. Any child who participates in a sport benefits from the protection. They even make mouthguards that fit over braces!

There are three major types of mouthguards. Each provides a varying degree of protection. Talk to your Phoenix, AZ, dentist about which is right for your child.

The first type of mouthguard is the stock or standard type. These are pre-made and available at most sporting good stores. These are not customized to your child’s teeth, offering very little protection. They are also rather bulky which makes breathing difficult.

The second possibility for the mouthguard is called boil and bite. These fit your child better than a standard mouthguard. Found at most sporting goods stores, these are made from a special material known as thermoplastic. Place the mouthguard in hot water to soften it. Then have your child place it in their mouth. Shape the material around their teeth for a customized fit.

The third option, which is the one recommended by your Phoenix dentist, is the custom-fitted mouthguard. Your child comes in for an appointment at our office. The dentist makes an impression of your child’s teeth, which is then molded over with a special material to make the full mouthguard. This type provides the utmost protection and comfort.

Contact Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces today to set up a consultation with our dental staff. We can help you find the best mouthguard for your child. We are located in multiple offices in Phoenix, AZ. To schedule an appointment at the office on N. 75th street, call 623-232-0749. For N. 24th St., dial 480-666-5984. Lastly, for the E. Baseline Road office, contact us at 480-405-4714. You can also visit our website at https://www.kidzconnextion.com/.