{"id":386,"date":"2026-04-13T16:48:58","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T16:48:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/?p=386"},"modified":"2026-05-11T16:52:16","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T16:52:16","slug":"3-reasons-to-get-a-customized-mouthguard-for-your-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/2026\/04\/13\/3-reasons-to-get-a-customized-mouthguard-for-your-child\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons to Get a Customized Mouthguard for Your Child"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/2026\/04\/13\/3-reasons-to-get-a-customized-mouthguard-for-your-child\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"Boys in uniforms playing football on outdoor field\" class=\"wp-image-387\" style=\"width:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454-550x440.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_369782454.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Many parents and guardians are already aware that helping their kids brush and floss their teeth consistently can help prevent common oral issues, like cavities and gum disease, that can often lead to dental emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But urgent oral issues can also be caused by physical trauma during sports or other close-contact physical activities. A mouthguard can help shield your child\u2019s smile, but you might be wondering whether it\u2019s worth investing in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allensmiledesign.com\/childrens-dentistry.html#guards\">customized device<\/a> rather than a store-bought one. Continue reading to learn about 3 advantages of getting a well-fitted oral appliance from your child\u2019s dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #1: Improved Fit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of a mouthguard is to cover your child\u2019s teeth and gums to help absorb the shock of a blow so that no single tooth bears the brunt of the damage. This can be a simple and effective way to prevent various injuries, such as chips, cracks, breaks, or even destabilized or dislodged teeth or restorations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might feel tempted to pick a cheaper over-the-counter solution, but store-bought guards often rely on a \u201cboil-and-bite\u201d method to try to tailor them to your child\u2019s mouth. This leaves plenty of room for error, making the guard less likely to be effective. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #2: Increased Comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Store-bought mouthguards that don\u2019t fit as well are also more likely to cause discomfort when your child wears them. These devices are already large and bulky, and \u2018boil-and-bite\u2019 materials tend to be heavier and thicker than the ones your family dentist would use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only that, but minor gaps or other errors in the fit can increase friction against your kid\u2019s connective tissues. This can result in blisters or sores that can cause aches or irritation when they insert the protective gear into their mouths the next time they have to wear it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefit #3: Better Wearability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child\u2019s mouthguard doesn\u2019t fit well, feels uncomfortable, or is challenging for them to insert or remove, they may be less likely to use it. This can put their still-developing smile at risk of sustaining serious injuries, like tooth loss, that can potentially affect their dental health long-term. 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