Keeping Young Smiles Safe During Sports

Protecting your child's smile during sports is essential. Mouth guards serve as excellent protection against serious dental injuries. When participating in contact sports, pediatric dentists highly recommend wearing a mouth guard. At West End Avenue Pediatric Dentistry, we ensure your child has the right protection to prevent dental injuries on the field, court, or ice.
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Why Kids Need Sports Mouth Guards

A mouth guard is one of the simplest ways to prevent serious dental injuries during sports — including chipped or broken teeth, fractured jaws, and injuries to the lips, tongue, and gums. These injuries are not only painful but can be expensive to treat and, in the case of permanent teeth, can have lifelong consequences.

Children currently in braces can still wear a mouth guard — a soft, formable appliance covers the upper arch including the fixed braces and bands. We recommend a formable appliance that can be reformed as the teeth continue to align during treatment.

  • Prevents chipped and broken teeth during contact sports
  • Protects against fractured jaws and facial injuries
  • Guards lips, tongue, and gum tissue from lacerations
  • Available for children with or without braces
  • Custom-fit options for maximum comfort and protection

Under Armour ArmourFit™ Mouthguards

At West End Avenue Pediatric Dentistry, we offer the UA ArmourFit™ Mouthguard — providing a secure, comfortable custom fit for athletes with or without braces. After completing orthodontic treatment, we recommend a custom-fit guard ordered from the Under Armour Bite Tech Lab.

The Two-Visit ArmourFit™ Process

After completing orthodontic treatment, we recommend a custom-fit mouth guard that conforms exclusively to the shape of your child's arch. This appliance is ordered from the Under Armour Bite Tech Lab and requires two visits:
1

Pro-Fit Impression Visit

We take a precise impression of the upper arch to create an accurate model — ensuring the guard is shaped exactly to your child's unique bite profile for maximum protection and all-day comfort.
2

Fitting Visit (A Few Weeks Later)

We ensure the finished mouth guard fits perfectly and make any fine adjustments. The ArmourFit™ technology delivers professional-grade protection and comfort — ideal for serious young athletes.
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Caring for Your Child's Mouth Guard

To keep the mouth guard hygienic and effective, follow these simple steps after every use:
  • Rinse with cold water before and after each use
  • Clean regularly with mild soap and a soft toothbrush
  • Store in a ventilated container when not in use
  • Keep away from high temperatures — heat warps the shape
  • Bring to dental visits so we can check the fit as your child grows