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Custom-made gum shields at Larkham House

Custom-made gum shields offer the best form of protection for your teeth and gums. Your dentist will take an impression of your teeth which will be used to make your gum shield. It will note the way your jaws bite together to ensure the mouthguard meets properly with your teeth. A custom-made gum shield offers the best protection, fit and comfort level because it is made from a cast to specifically fit your teeth. We are also trusted to make specialized gum shields for those requiring an additional level of protection and strength for high-impact sports such as boxing, where we were proud to have sponsored boxer Courtney Richards and supply him with his professional gum shield.

The cost of a gum shield varies, depending on the complexity of the design and colour desired. Prices start from £104.26. When you consider the cost of expensive dental work and the risk of losing teeth, it is a small price to pay for peace of mind. We use the market leader OPRO to create our mouthguards.

Why should I wear a gum shield or mouthguard?

A gum shield can prevent serious injuries such as broken teeth, jaw fractures and neck injuries by helping to avoid situations where the lower jaw gets slammed against the upper jaw. Gum shields are effective in moving soft tissue in the oral cavity away from the teeth, preventing laceration and bruising of the lips and cheeks, especially for those wearing orthodontic appliances.

When should I wear a gum shield or mouthguard?

It is important to wear a professionally made gum shield where there is a high likelihood of contact with other participants or hard surfaces. Players who participate in cricket, hockey and football, american football, boxing and rugby, as well as recreational sports such as skateboarding, should all wear gum shields while competing.

Why would you not recommend a gum shield home kit?

There are cheaper kits available, the more common type is a thermoplastic, or “boil-and-bite,” gum shield. It involves heating the product in hot water and then putting it in your mouth until it sets. Unfortunately, these mouthguards are the thinnest where there are needed most, can fit badly and can be uncomfortable to wear. There is also a risk that they may fall out or even cause choking.

How long do custom-made mouthguards last?

Depending on your age, your mouthguard may need replacing fairly regularly. If you are still growing, new teeth will come through and move into position. If your mouthguard feels uncomfortable due to being too tight or loose, consider replacing it with a better-fitting one.

Adults may not need to have their mouthguards replaced quite so often. But, like any other form of sports equipment, they will suffer from wear and tear. It is recommended that you take your mouthguard along to the dentist when you go for your check-up. Then it can be checked to ensure they still give you the highest level of protection.

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Laura Johnson

19:36 24 Oct 22

Very friendly staff! I suffer with anxiety and every time I have an appointment the dentist is very patient and goes through everything to make sure I am OK and not too nervous. The dentist nurses, particularly Rachel is amazing! Especially with my children when they come in makes me feel at ease!

Teresa Floyd

08:16 21 Aug 22

Had a referral from Seven Trees as I had severe dental painI am a very nervous patient however the service I received was outstanding from the minute I arrived to the minute I left and no more tooth painThank you so much

Christine Boyle

20:10 07 Apr 22

Had an appointment with Clohe yesterday and I can't praise her enough. So thorough and nothing was too much trouble for her. She was very caring and cosiderat e I felt relaxed and nothing was too much of a problem for her too deal with. My appointment was not rushed .

Adam Davie

19:59 10 Oct 21

From the offset call confirming my appointment this dental practice experience was five star compared to dentist based Midlands . Front desk staff / nurses excellent giving me the reassurance that I was booked in with a great dentist as I personally have a fear of the dentist being in my late 30s . After my review etc with the dentist it was forgone conclusion that a full on extraction was required the dentist himself was unbelievable reassuring excellent service total professionalism which I haven’t come across recently, great team whom care about the patient journey I most certainly didn’t just feel like a number under their care . Thank you to all staff at Larkham House Dental Practice.

Anthony Grave

20:07 12 May 21

Very good

brian rogers

16:08 18 Mar 21

On the 18/3/21 I had 2 extractions From the outset the staff were very friendly helpful and very professional the Dentist was brilliant I never felt hardly any of the extractions I will definitely use a again excellent service thank you...

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