Custom Sport Guards & Athletic Mouthguards in Vancouver
Whether you or your child are stepping onto the ice, onto the court, or hitting the field, protecting your smile should always be part of your gear checklist. A single impact from a ball, stick, elbow, or hard fall can instantly cause broken teeth, severe lip lacerations, or structural jaw damage.
At Shen Dental, Dr. Herbert Fisher fabricates precision, high-impact custom sport guards at our Vancouver office. These specialized dental appliances are designed to absorb and distribute shock, dramatically reducing the risk of athletic dental injuries.
Why a Custom Sport Guard Beats Store-Bought Options
Many athletes rely on over-the-counter “boil-and-bite” guards. While cheap, they often fail to protect your teeth effectively.
- Superior Shock Absorption: Custom-milled sport guards are made from thick, medical-grade multi-layered plastics engineered specifically to handle heavy impact forces.
- Stays Firmly in Place: Store-bought guards require you to constantly clench your teeth to keep them from falling out. A custom guard from Shen Dental snaps tightly over your upper teeth and stays there, even when you are breathing heavily or talking to teammates.
- Unrestricted Breathing & Clear Speech: Because it is formed exactly to your unique dental anatomy, a professional athletic mouthguard does not block your airway or interfere with clear communication on the field.
What Sports Require a Dental Mouthguard?
Mouthguards are recommended for any sport or recreational activity where there is a risk of contact with opponents, equipment, or the ground.
High-Contact Sports: Hockey, football, rugby, lacrosse, boxing, and martial arts.
Team Sports: Basketball, soccer, field hockey, and baseball.
High-Impact Recreational Activities: Skateboarding, skiing, snowboarding, gymnastics, mountain biking, and rollerblading.
What to Expect During Your Custom Fitting
Getting a professional athletic mouthguard at our Oak Street clinic is a quick, painless process.
Initial Evaluation
Dr. Fisher evaluates your current oral health and discusses your specific sport and level of contact to determine the optimal thickness and design for your guard.
Precise Dental Impression
Step 2.
We take a highly accurate mold or impression of your teeth. This mold is sent to our trusted dental laboratory, where a durable, multi-layered guard is custom-vacuumed to fit your exact mouth.
Delivery & Final Adjustments:
Step 3.
When your guard is ready, you return to our clinic. Dr. Fisher verifies the fit against your bite and makes micro-adjustments to ensure it feels secure, stable, and completely comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does a custom sport guard last?
Q: How do I clean and care for my athletic mouthguard?
Q: What is the cost of a custom sports guard in Vancouver?
Q: Does insurance or the CDCP cover sport guards?
Protect Your Smile On and Off the Field
Don’t let a preventable sports injury sideline your smile or result in an emergency tooth extraction. Located at 3737 Oak St (Unit 102), Shen Dental helps athletes across Vancouver protect their teeth while they play.
