Preventive Care

Mouth Guards and Night Guards

Custom or ready-made appliances used to protect teeth during sport or manage damage associated with grinding.

What to expect

For a custom appliance, the dental team examines your mouth and takes an impression or scan. The finished guard is checked for fit and you receive cleaning and storage instructions.

Sports mouthguards are designed to reduce dental injury.

A night guard protects teeth from wear but may not stop the underlying grinding.

A poorly fitting appliance can be uncomfortable, so persistent problems need review.

Is mouth guards and night guards available on the NHS?

Availability depends on clinical need and local NHS arrangements. Sports guards and appliances requested without a clinical indication are commonly private.

Before agreeing to treatment

Ask which parts are NHS and which are private, what alternatives are available, and what you will pay. Your dentist should explain material risks and the expected aftercare.

Source: NHS guidance on teeth grinding. General information only; your dentist’s clinical advice takes priority.

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