Custom Sports Mouthguard

At Staten Island Pediatric Dentistry, we believe every young athlete deserves a healthy, confident smile - on and off the field. Custom-fit sports mouthguards are one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent dental injuries in children and teens. Whether your child plays soccer, basketball, lacrosse, baseball, or simply loves staying active, a well-fitted mouthguard offers powerful protection against broken teeth, jaw injuries, and soft-tissue trauma.

The American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) both recommend properly fitted mouthguards for all children and teens who participate in contact or collision sports. Research shows that athletes who wear mouthguards experience significantly fewer dental injuries - systematic reviews in medical literature demonstrate as much as an 82 percent reduction in risk of dental trauma compared to athletes who don’t wear one.

Despite this, national surveys referenced by the AAPD show that fewer than half of children who play organized sports wear a mouthguard consistently. At Staten Island Pediatric Dentistry, we’re working to change that. A few millimeters of custom protection can make the difference between a safe game and a lifelong dental injury.

Why Choose a Custom Mouthguard

Store-bought “boil-and-bite” guards may seem convenient, but they rarely fit properly. They can feel bulky, slip during play, and lose their protective thickness when molded at home. A custom mouthguard, made in our office from a digital scan or impression of your child’s teeth, provides precise fit, better retention, and superior comfort. It stays in place through every sprint, jump, and tackle—without interfering with speech or breathing.

Our guards are fabricated from durable, multi-layered materials that evenly absorb shock and maintain their shape over time. They’re easy to clean, long-lasting, and come in a variety of colors so kids can show their team spirit while staying protected.

(Suggested image: Dentist fitting a colorful custom mouthguard for a young athlete.)

Mouthguards for Kids with Braces

Children in orthodontic treatment need extra protection. Braces can create sharp surfaces that cut lips and cheeks during impact. We design orthodontic mouthguards that fit comfortably over brackets and wires, protecting both your child’s mouth and their orthodontic appliances. As teeth move throughout treatment, we can easily adjust or remake the guard to ensure a perfect fit every time.

Designed for Comfort and Confidence

A mouthguard should feel natural—comfortable enough that your child forgets they’re wearing it. Our patients tell us how easy it is to talk and breathe with their custom guard in place, and parents love knowing their child’s smile is protected through every play and practice. Because comfort equals compliance, a guard that fits well is one that actually gets worn.

We recommend bringing the mouthguard to each dental cleaning so we can check for cracks, thinning, or changes in fit as your child grows. With proper care and routine checks, a custom guard typically lasts an entire sports season or longer.

Staten Island’s Trusted Source for Pediatric Mouthguards

From Little League to varsity sports, our Staten Island community is full of talented young athletes—and we’re proud to help protect their smiles. Our custom sports mouthguards are precision-made, comfortable, and built to last. They’re a small investment that prevents pain, emergency visits, and costly dental repairs.

At Staten Island Pediatric Dentistry, prevention is part of everything we do. Ask about our custom sports mouthguards at your child’s next appointment, or call to schedule a quick fitting before the next big game.

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