Preventive & protective
Sports dentistry for kids in Kharghar, so they can play on
Cricket balls, football collisions, skating tumbles and playground falls all land on children’s teeth. A well-fitting mouthguard is one of the simplest ways to protect them, and if an accident does happen, knowing what to do in the first minutes makes a real difference.
Fitted to your child, comfortable enough that they actually wear it.
- Always
- Parents stay in the room, from hello to goodbye
When to think about protection
A mouthguard is worth considering when your child:
Plays contact or ball sports, such as football, hockey, basketball, cricket or martial arts.
Skates, cycles or skateboards, where falls are part of learning.
Wears braces, which can cut lips and cheeks in a knock.
Has prominent front teeth that stick out and take the first hit.
Has had a dental injury before and you would like to avoid another.
How a mouthguard is made
Talk about the sport
We ask what your child plays and how often, so we can advise on the right type of protection.
Take an impression
A soft impression of the teeth is taken. It is quick, and the taste is the only slightly strange part.
Custom fit
The mouthguard is made to fit your child’s teeth and checked for comfort and breathing.
Care and replace
We show you how to clean and store it, and when it needs to be replaced as your child grows.
In detail
Sports dentistry for kids, explained
Why a custom mouthguard
Ready-made guards can be bulky and loose, and children take them out because they are uncomfortable. A guard made for your child’s teeth sits snugly and lets them breathe and talk, so it actually gets worn.
Because children’s mouths keep changing, a guard that fits this year may not next year. We will help you judge when to replace it.
If a tooth is knocked out or broken
Stay calm and call us straight away. If an adult tooth has come out, hold it by the crown, not the root. Do not scrub it. Keep it moist, in milk or in the mouth if your child is old enough not to swallow it, and come to us at once.
Do not try to put a baby tooth back in. Our emergency page has more on what to do.
Looking after the guard
- Rinse it after every use and brush it gently with cool water.
- Keep it in a ventilated case, away from heat, never in a hot car.
- Check it for cracks and wear regularly.
- Bring it to checkups so we can check the fit.
Questions, answered
If yours is not here, call the clinic and ask. Nothing about a child’s teeth or comfort is too small to check.
Call +91 96190 00971Can children with braces wear a mouthguard?
Yes, and they should. A guard made for braces protects both the teeth and the lips and cheeks. Tell us about the braces when you book.
Which sports need a mouthguard?
Any with a risk of a knock to the face. Contact and ball sports are the obvious ones, but skating, cycling and martial arts matter too.
How often should it be replaced?
When it no longer fits, is worn or cracked, or after the teeth have changed. Growing children usually need new ones more often.
What should I do if my child chips a tooth in a game?
Keep any broken piece if you can, and call us. A chip can look small but still involve the nerve, so it is worth having it checked.
Is a mouthguard uncomfortable?
A well-fitted one takes a little getting used to. Practising at home before a match helps.