Custom sports mouthguards in Cheadle.
A sports mouthguard is worn during activities where the mouth may be hit. A custom guard is made from records of the wearer's mouth so its fit, coverage and comfort can be checked.
Who may benefit
Contact and collision sports
For adults and young people participating in a sport where impact to the face or mouth is possible. Check the rules and safety guidance for your particular sport.
A first mouthguard
We can explain the records needed, how the guard should sit and how to insert and remove it without forcing it.
A replacement
A guard should be reviewed if it is damaged, has become loose or tight, or no longer covers the intended areas. Growth and dental treatment can change the fit.
What to expect
- Enquiry: tell us the wearer's age, sport, season or event date, and whether braces or other dental treatment are involved.
- Fit assessment and records: we check whether records can be taken and explain any need for a dentist or orthodontic clinician to be involved.
- Fitting: the finished guard is checked and we explain safe insertion, removal, cleaning and storage.
- Review: arrange a check when the fit changes, after significant dental treatment, or if the guard is damaged.
Care between uses
- Rinse after use and clean it using the instructions provided.
- Keep it away from boiling or very hot water, direct heat and pets.
- Allow it to dry and store it in its ventilated protective case.
- Check it before each use and do not wear it if it is split, distorted or has a sharp edge.
- Do not use a sports mouthguard as a night guard for tooth grinding unless a dentist specifically advises this.
Braces, dental treatment and injuries
If the wearer has fixed braces, erupting teeth or ongoing dental treatment, ask the treating dentist or orthodontic clinician whether and when a guard should be made. After a blow to the mouth, seek dental or medical advice for loose or broken teeth, significant bleeding, severe pain, loss of consciousness or a suspected facial injury.
Clinical provenance and information scope
Clinical Dental Technician: Simon Owen, GDC registration 164114. Page content updated 10 August 2026. Check Simon's registration on the GDC register.
This is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination by an appropriate dental professional. Individual suitability and fit must be assessed before a custom mouthguard is supplied.