Real protection,
for whatever your sport is.

Why custom beats boil-and-bite

Drugstore mouthguards are better than nothing — but only just. They tend to be bulky, hard to talk through, and slip out at the worst times. A custom guard from Culpeper Dental Care is taken from a digital scan of your teeth, so it fits like it was made for you (because it was).

• Stays put. Athletes don’t spit it out at the sideline.
• Easier to breathe and talk. A precise fit means less bulk in the mouth.
• Better impact protection. Custom thickness in the right places.
• Choose your colors. Match the team — or stand out.

Sports we make guards for

Football, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, hockey, wrestling, field hockey, martial arts, mountain biking, skateboarding, gymnastics — anywhere a stray elbow or fall could meet your teeth. The American Dental Association recommends a mouthguard for any sport where contact, falls, or flying objects are possible.

What happens at the appointment

We take a quick digital scan of your teeth — no putty, no gagging. A lab makes the guard to your exact dimensions, and you’ll come back to pick it up about a week later. We make sure the bite is balanced and the fit is comfortable before you leave.

Replacing as kids grow

Younger athletes outgrow guards as adult teeth come in. We’ll check the fit at every cleaning and replace it when needed — usually every season or two. Adults can expect a guard to last several years with good care.

Don’t forget the nightguard

If you grind or clench at night, a custom nightguard is a different appliance with the same idea — protecting your teeth from forces they weren’t designed to take. Ask about both at your next visit.