818 Pine-A Grove Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409
What Are Custom Mouth Guards
A custom mouth guard is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways to protect your smile from damage. Made from flexible, durable plastic and molded precisely to the contours of your teeth, a custom-fitted mouth guard from Mast Dental offers far superior protection and comfort compared to anything you can buy off the shelf.
Whether you're an athlete looking to protect your teeth during contact sports or someone who grinds or clenches their teeth at night, Dr. Mast can evaluate your needs and create a mouth guard tailored specifically to your oral anatomy. We'll also provide guidance on proper usage, care, and maintenance to ensure your appliance lasts and performs as it should.
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Types of Mouth Guards
Sports Mouth Guards
If you or your child participates in any contact or collision sport, a custom sports mouth guard is essential. A well-fitted guard protects the teeth, jaw, tongue, and cheek lining from impact during activities like boxing, football, basketball, soccer, wrestling, hockey, and more. Unlike boil-and-bite guards from a sporting goods store, a custom guard fits securely without shifting — so it actually stays in place when it matters most.
Night Guards for Bruxism
Teeth grinding and clenching — known as bruxism — is often unconscious and most commonly happens during sleep. Over time, it causes significant wear to tooth enamel, cracks, jaw pain, headaches, and TMJ problems. A custom night guard creates a protective barrier between your upper and lower teeth, absorbing the force of grinding and preventing further damage while you sleep.
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What to Expect When Getting a Custom Mouth Guard
Getting a custom mouth guard at Mast Dental is straightforward and comfortable. Here's how it works:
Evaluation
Impressions
Fabrication
Fitting
Care Instructions
Why a Custom Mouth Guard is Worth It
Store-bought mouth guards are widely available but they fall short in every area that matters. Here's how a custom guard from Mast Dental compares:
Fit
Custom guards are fabricated from precise impressions of your teeth, meaning they fit your mouth exactly. Store-bought guards are generic shapes that shift, gap, and feel bulky — making them uncomfortable and less protective.
Protection
A guard that doesn't fit properly doesn't protect properly. A custom appliance stays securely in place and distributes impact or grinding forces evenly across the entire arch.
Comfort
Because a custom guard fits the way it's supposed to, it's far more comfortable to wear — which means you'll actually use it consistently, whether during a game or overnight.
Durability
Custom guards are made from higher-quality materials than their over-the-counter counterparts and last significantly longer with proper care.
Custom Mouth Guards Near You in Wilmington, NC
Mast Dental is located at 818-A Pine Grove Drive in Wilmington, NC, serving athletes, families, and patients throughout Wilmington, Ogden, Porters Neck, Masonboro, Monkey Junction, and surrounding areas. Early morning appointments are available starting at 7:30 AM Monday through Friday.
Ready to protect your smile? Call (910) 397-9277 or request an appointment online, and we'll get you scheduled.
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