Custom Mouthguards to Protect Your Smile — On and Off the Field

At Orange Blossom Dentistry, we offer custom-made occlusal and sports mouthguards to help protect your teeth from injury, grinding, and long-term wear. Whether you're an athlete or suffer from nighttime teeth grinding (bruxism), a well-fitted mouthguard can make all the difference in maintaining your oral health.

Our team creates personalized, comfortable mouthguards for patients of all ages in Orange Park, Fleming Island, Middleburg, and beyond.

Types of Mouthguards We Offer

We provide two main types of professionally made mouthguards, each designed with specific dental protection in mind:

1. Occlusal (Night) Guards

Occlusal guards are used to protect your teeth from the effects of grinding or clenching during sleep. Symptoms of bruxism can include:

• Jaw pain or tension
• Frequent headaches
• Worn or flattened teeth
• Tooth sensitivity
• Cracked or chipped enamel

A custom-fit night guard keeps your upper and lower teeth apart, reducing strain on your jaw and preventing long-term damage to your teeth and restorations.

2. Athletic (Sports) Mouthguards

Designed for both children and adults, our sports mouthguards help prevent dental trauma during contact sports like football, hockey, basketball, and martial arts. Unlike bulky store-bought options, our custom guards:

• Provide superior comfort and breathability
• Stay securely in place
• Offer greater shock absorption
• Are tailored to your bite and mouth shape

Wearing a sports mouthguard during practice and games is one of the simplest ways to avoid painful and costly dental injuries.

Why Choose a Custom Mouthguard?

While over-the-counter mouthguards are available, they don’t provide the same level of comfort or protection. Here's why a professionally made guard is worth the investment:

• Precision fit made from an impression of your teeth
• Durable, long-lasting materials
• Better compliance due to improved comfort
• Greater protection for dental work such as dental crowns or bridges
• Designed for your unique dental and jaw alignment needs

Plus, our team takes the time to ensure the fit is perfect — and we’re happy to make adjustments if needed.

Who Needs a Mouthguard?

You may benefit from a custom mouthguard if:

• You grind or clench your teeth during sleep
• You wake up with jaw tension or headaches
• You play a high-impact or contact sport
• You’ve had recent dental work you want to protect
• Your child is starting sports and needs long-term protection

Regular dental exams help us catch early signs of wear or damage, and we may recommend a night guard as part of your preventive care plan.

Serving Orange Park, Fleming Island & Middleburg

As part of our commitment to preventive and personalized care, we’re proud to provide custom mouthguards in Orange Park and the surrounding communities. Our team, including Dr. Jessica Nixon and Dr. Ryan Garske, takes the time to understand your specific needs, so you get a solution that fits — and protects — your smile.

Patients looking for help with nighttime grinding often benefit from mouthguards as part of a complete oral health plan.