Fits exactly
Made from an impression of your teeth, so it's slim, secure and easy to breathe and talk through.
Preventive dentistry
Protect the smile before the puck drops.
Owen Sound is a hockey town, and we see the results of stray sticks and pucks. A custom mouthguard is the cheapest dental insurance there is.
Why custom beats boil-and-bite
A store-bought boil-and-bite guard is better than nothing, but only just. It's bulky, it loosens over time, and kids tend to chew it or leave it in the bag. A custom mouthguard is made from an impression of your teeth, so it's thinner, fits snugly without needing to be clenched in place, and stays put during play. Athletes actually wear it, which is the whole point.
Mouthguards protect more than teeth. A well-fitted guard cushions the jaw and reduces the chance of cut lips and cheeks. It's recommended for hockey, football, rugby, lacrosse, basketball, soccer, skateboarding and martial arts, for anyone from minor hockey age up through adult rec leagues.
We make guards for players across Grey-Bruce, in your team colours if you like. For growing kids, we check the fit each season and remake as needed.
Why it matters
What a custom guard gives you
Real protection
Even thickness over the front teeth, where impacts land, and coverage of the back teeth for jaw support.
Gets worn
A comfortable guard stays in the mouth, not in the equipment bag.
Kids and adults
Sized for young players and adjusted or remade as they grow.
What to expect
Getting your guard
- 01
Quick impression
A few minutes in the chair to take an impression of the upper teeth. No freezing, no discomfort.
- 02
Made to fit
The guard is fabricated on a model of your teeth in the thickness suited to your sport.
- 03
Fitting
You try it on, we trim and adjust, and you get care instructions. Usually ready within a week or so.
- 04
Seasonal check
Bring it to your regular visit and we'll check for wear and fit, especially for growing kids.
Good to know
Care and cost
Rinse the guard in cool water after every use, let it dry, and keep it in its vented case. Never leave it in a hot car or run it through the dishwasher. Replace it if it's cracked, chewed through or no longer fits. Some private plans cover a sports guard, particularly for children; we'll check yours.
Common questions
Sports Mouthguards, answered.
If your question isn't here, call us. A real person picks up during office hours.
Do kids with braces need a different guard?
Yes, a guard for braces is made differently. We don't provide orthodontics ourselves, but we can make a guard to fit over braces from another office.
How long does a custom mouthguard last?
For adults, several seasons with good care. Children's guards often need replacing every year or two as their teeth and jaws grow.
Is it hard to breathe or talk with it in?
Much less so than a boil-and-bite. Because a custom guard is thinner and stays put on its own, most players forget it's there.
What if a tooth is knocked out anyway?
Keep the tooth moist, ideally in milk, don't scrub it, and get to us within the hour. See our emergency page for step-by-step instructions.
Can you make it in team colours?
Yes. Let us know your colours when we take the impression.
Book your visit
Ready to talk about sports mouthguards?
Send a request and Sandy or Shantell will call you back during office hours to find a time that fits. Emergencies: please phone us directly.
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