Are you active in sports or do you wear a dental appliance? Are you worried about losing a tooth or hurting your gums because you wear braces? A mouthguard is a good precaution to prevent your teeth from breaking or your gums from getting injured in physical contact. Mouthguards also protect against concussion and neck injuries by preventing the lower jaw jams into the upper jaw. A professionally made mouthguard should be tasteless, odorless, damage resistant, fit well, and comfortable to wear. You should also be able to speak and breathe unimpeded.
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A mouthguard is a flexible, rubber-like device that protects your teeth, gums and mouth from damage and injury. It acts as barrier against blows and physical contact, which can cause tooth loss, jaw fractures and concussion. A mouthguard can protect the inside of your cheeks from injury when you wear dental appliance such braces or bridgework. They are also available in many colours and are worn in many sports including football, rugby, mixed martial arts, boxing, gymnastics, racquetball and wrestling.
The first type of mouthguard is the stock type, which is preformed and is bought at a drug store or sporting goods store. This mouthguard is the worst and can lead to choking or injury. The second type is made from mouth-forming, thermoplastic or acrylic gel to form an impression of your bite. This type is better than the pre-formed type but is bulky and is not as comfortable as a custom mouthguard. A customised mouthguard is best for the protection of your teeth as it is made in the dental lab matching your own teeth and mouth.
We believe that through our friendly service, expert team of dental professionals and now with the addition of The Wand System, our dental practices throughout Scotland can offer a level of care that is truly second to none.
When we customise your mouthguard at Brite Dental clinics, our dental technicians will take an impression of your teeth. Thereafter, a mould is created from the teeth impression. The mouthguard created from the mould is an exact impression of your upper teeth, which creates a mouthguard that fits comfortably.
Our mouthguard technicians have years of experience. For advice on what type of mouthguard would be right for you, contact our friendly and helpful staff at our Brite Dental clinics in Clarkston, Paisley, Bridge of Weir or Houston.
Have peace of mind that your preventative dental care is covered by choosing the effective dental hygiene plan offered at Brite Dental practices across Scotland.
If you choose to improve your oral health and enhance your dental hygiene with our dental hygiene plan, all of the below will be included:
Our dental hygiene therapists are skilled in the maintenance of your teeth and gums and will work closely with you to provide a programme of oral care, which is appropriate to your needs and lifestyle.
Renfrewshire
47 Neilston Road Paisley, PA2 6LY
Paisley@Brite-Dental.co.uk
0141 889 2012
Opening Hours:
Monday 8:30am–5.30pm
Tuesday 8:30am–5.30pm
Wednesday 8:30am–5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am–5:30pm
Friday 8:30am–4:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Renfrewshire
11 Carolside Gardens, Clarkston, G76 7BX
Clarkston@Brite-Dental.co.uk
0141 644 1210
Opening Hours:
Monday 9:00am–5.45pm
Tuesday 9:00am–7.45pm
Wednesday 9:00am–5.45pm
Thursday 9:00am–5.45pm
Friday 9:00am–2:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Renfrewshire
Kirkinner Place, Bridge of Weir PA11 3AA
BOW@Brite-Dental.co.uk
01505 612122
Opening Hours:
Monday 9:00am–5.30pm
Tuesday 9:00am–5.30pm
Wednesday 9:00am–5:30pm
Thursday 9:00am–5:30pm
Friday 9:00am–4:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Gilmerton
536 Gilmerton Rd, Edinburgh EH17 7JD
Gilmerton@Brite-Dental.co.uk
0131 666 2307
Opening Hours:
Monday 9:00am–6:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am–6:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am–6:00pm
Thursday 9:00am–7:00pm
Friday 9:00am–2:00pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Our team of excellent clinicians, technicians and clinical support staff work together with the most modern technology to deliver great dental healthcare to all in our communities so that they can live better, healthier lives.
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