Custom Sports Mouthguards in Leduc

Protect your smile on the field, court, or rink with a professionally fitted sports guard from Orchard Family Dental. Our dental-grade mouthguards are designed to absorb impact and shield your teeth, braces, dental implants, and soft tissues from injury during sports activities.
Whether you’re a youth athlete or an adult competitor, a custom mouthguard ensures superior comfort, better fit, and stronger protection than over-the-counter options. Safeguard your teeth—and your confidence—with a sports guard tailored just for you.
Young female soccer player smiling confidently while wearing a custom sports mouthguard, holding a soccer ball in team uniform

Understanding Sports Mouthguards in Leduc

Custom sports mouthguards do more than protect your teeth—they safeguard braces, implants, bridges, and other dental work while reducing the risk of injuries to your lips, cheeks, and jaw. Whether you’re playing contact sports or recreationally active, a well-fitted mouthguard can prevent serious damage.

While store-bought options offer basic protection, nothing compares to a custom-made mouthguard from your Leduc dentist. Designed to fit your bite precisely, custom mouthguards offer maximum comfort, easier breathing and speaking, and top-tier protection.

Types of Sports Mouthguards

Ready-to-Wear Sports Guards

These pre-formed guards are found in sporting goods stores. While convenient, they’re often bulky and may feel uncomfortable. Many athletes find them hard to speak or breathe with, leading to frequent adjustments during play.

Boil & Bite Sports Guards

Available over-the-counter, these guards are softened in hot water and molded to your teeth. They offer better fit than stock guards but may still feel tight, bulky, or uncomfortable for some users.

Customized Mouth Guards

Crafted by your dentist using precise dental impressions, custom mouthguards offer unmatched protection, comfort, and durability. They're ideal for serious athletes, kids in braces, or anyone who wants maximum safety with a personalized fit.

How Much Do Custom Sports Mouthguards Cost in Leduc?

The cost of a custom sports mouthguard depends on your unique dental needs and whether insurance coverage is available.

  • With insurance: You can typically expect to pay between $100 and $300+.
  • Without insurance: Prices generally range from $300 to $600 or more.

What Factors Influence the Price?

  • Material Quality
     The durability, comfort, and longevity of the guard depend on the type and quality of material used.
  • Orthodontic Considerations
     If you wear braces or are undergoing orthodontic treatment, your mouthguard may require special modifications for a proper fit.

Get a Personalized Quote

Since every patient’s smile is different, we recommend an in-person consultation for the most accurate estimate. Our dental team will assess your needs and provide a detailed quote. If you have insurance, we’re happy to help submit a pre-authorization so you can understand your coverage before making a decision.

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Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
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Frequently Asked Questions

No, sports guards and nightguards serve different purposes. A sports guard protects against external impacts, while a nightguard is designed to maintain proper bite alignment and prevent teeth grinding or jaw clenching.

These terms all refer to the same protective device worn over the teeth to prevent or reduce the severity of injuries.

It’s recommended to replace your sports guard every season. Over time, they wear down, especially if frequently chewed or handled roughly. For growing adolescents, shifting teeth may cause an improper fit, making regular replacements even more important. Athletes in multiple sports often get a new sports guard during their routine 6-month dental check-up.
A well-fitted sports guard should feel secure yet comfortable, allowing for easy breathing and clear speech. If you find yourself constantly adjusting or removing it during play, it likely doesn’t fit correctly and may need to be replaced.

A sports guard is recommended for any activity involving potential falls, collisions, or impact from equipment. This includes:

  • Contact Sports: Hockey, football, lacrosse, boxing, wrestling, and rugby
  • Ball Sports: Soccer, baseball, basketball, field hockey, and cricket
  • Action Sports: Skateboarding, mountain biking, and gymnastics
  • Ice and Water Sports: Ringette, curling, and water polo
Absolutely! A sports guard is essential if you have braces, as it not only protects your teeth but also shields your brackets, wires, and the soft tissues of your cheeks and lips from potential injuries caused by impacts.

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