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Protect Your Smile with a Custom Sports Guard

Whether you play rugby on the weekend, box competitively, or your child is starting hockey at school, protecting teeth and jaws is essential. At South Kensington Medical & Dental, we are proud to offer professionally made, custom-fit sports guards (gumshields) designed for maximum comfort, protection, and performance.

Dental injuries during contact sports are common. Chipped teeth, knocked-out teeth, cuts to lips and gums, and even jaw injuries can occur. A well-made sports guard dramatically reduces the risk of these injuries by absorbing and dispersing the impact of blows to the face and mouth.

Why Choose a Dentist-Made Sports Guard?

Unlike shop-bought “boil and bite” guards, a custom sports guard is made from an exact digital scan of your teeth. This ensures a precise fit that is comfortable to wear, stays securely in place, and allows you to breathe and speak easily while playing. This is particularly important for children, teenagers, and competitive athletes who need to stay focused during training and matches.

Our custom sports guards are:

  • Perfectly Fitted: Each guard is made to fit your individual teeth and bite pattern.
  • Comfortable: Designed to be slim yet protective, reducing bulkiness in the mouth.
  • Durable: Made in a dental laboratory from high-quality, soft, flexible and impact-absorbing materials.
  • Effective: Excellent shock absorption to protect teeth, gums, and jaws from injury.

Perfect for All Ages and Sports!

We make sports guards for adults, teens, and children. Whether you are a weekend player or playing at an elite level. Our guards are ideal for rugby, hockey, football, basketball, martial arts, boxing, MMA, lacrosse, cricket, and more. If your sport has a risk of impact to the head, you should be wearing a mouthguard when you play.

What to Expect

Consultation and Impression

We’ll check your teeth and gums, discuss your sport and level of play, and take either a digital scan.

Laboratory Manufactured

Your guard is created in a dental lab to the highest standard, ensuring a precise fit.

Fitting and Adjustments

You will then return to the practice for a try in. We will make any fine adjustments to ensure he best comfort and retention.

Take it Home and Play

Your guard is ready for immediate use.

Most sports guards are ready within 7–10 working days, though faster turnaround can often be arranged if you have an urgent fixture.

Caring for Your Sports Guard

With proper care, a custom gumshield can more than just one season. We will show you how to clean it, store it, and check for signs of wear. For children and teens whose teeth are still developing, we recommend a new guard each season or after major dental changes (for example, after braces are removed).

Prices

  Non Members price Members price
Custom Sports Guard £399 £199.50
Prices include consultation, scan, laboratory manufacture, fitting, and aftercare advice.

Why Our Patients Love Them

Patients tell us they love the comfort and confidence of a professional guard. No slipping, no difficulty speaking, and no bulky plastic blocking airflow. Parents appreciate that they can invest in their child’s long-term oral health and preventing expensive dental emergencies.

Book Your Appointment Today

Protecting your teeth is quick, affordable and could save you pain, time, and money in the future. Book online here

📞 Call us now on 020 7183 2362

📧 Email [email protected]

Appointments are available after school, in the evenings and at weekends for your convenience.

Your smile deserves the very best protection! Let us help you keep it safe while you play.

We are open

Monday 8am to 6pm

Tuesday 8am to 8pm

Wednesday 9am to 6pm

Thursday 8am to 8pm

Friday 8am to 5pm

Saturday 10am to 4pm

Sunday 10am to 2pm