How long do they last?

Typically 1-2 years with proper care, longer for sports guards used occasionally.

Can it help with jaw pain from grinding?

Often yes — reducing the impact of grinding can ease associated jaw discomfort.

Preventive Care

Custom protection, comfortable fit

Mouth Guards

Custom protection for sports, or for teeth grinding at night.

Two visits: impressions, then fitting

Typical duration

None — a short adjustment period of a few nights is normal for comfort.

Recovery

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Overview

A custom-fitted mouth guard protects teeth during sports, or protects against nightly grinding (bruxism) — far more comfortable and effective than generic store-bought versions.

Is this right for you?

Athletes wanting reliable mouth protection
Patients who grind or clench their teeth at night
Anyone who's found store-bought guards uncomfortable

Signs to watch for

Waking up with jaw soreness or headaches (possible grinding)
Playing contact sports without reliable mouth protection
Discomfort from an ill-fitting store-bought guard

Why patients choose this

Custom fit stays in place comfortably

Protects teeth during sport or nightly grinding

Can ease grinding-related jaw discomfort

What to expect

Assessment

Discussing whether it's for sport, grinding, or both.

Impressions

A precise mold taken of your teeth.

Custom fabrication

The guard is made to your exact fit.

Fitting

Final adjustments for all-day or all-night comfort.

Technology used

Precise dental impressions
Custom fabrication to your exact bite

Treatment duration

Two visits: impressions, then fitting

Exact timing depends on your specific case — confirmed at consultation.

Recovery

None — a short adjustment period of a few nights is normal for comfort.

Common questions

A custom fit stays in place properly and is far more comfortable for regular use.

Meet our doctors

A team our patients have trusted for 17 years.

Dr. Neha Kulsum

Proprietor · Root Canal Specialist & Cosmetic Dentist · 12+ years experience

Dr. Neha specialises in painless root canal treatments, smile designing, cosmetic dentistry, crowns and bridges, restorative procedures, and preventive oral healthcare — always with a strong emphasis on precision, comfort, and patient satisfaction. She believes every smile is unique, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual needs before building a treatment plan that prioritises both long-term oral health and aesthetics. As the clinic's proprietor, she carries forward a legacy that began in 1995 — integrating modern dental technology and evidence-based practice with the same gentle, unhurried approach that's kept generations of the same families coming back.

"Your smile is our priority, and your trust is our greatest achievement."

Dr. Shyama Pramod

BDS, MDS, FPOS · Orthodontist

MDS — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics
RGUHS rank holder
Pierre Fauchard Academy award recipient (South Asia Division)
Braces & clear aligner treatment planning

Dr. Shyama plans and manages orthodontic treatment — braces and clear aligners — including cases that need a combined surgical and orthodontic approach. She holds an MDS in orthodontics alongside a Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics, graduated as a rank holder from RGUHS, and has been recognised by the Pierre Fauchard Academy for its South Asia division.