Occlusal & Sports Mouthguards in West Long Branch, NJ

Whether you’re dealing with nighttime grinding or protecting your smile on the field, a custom mouthguard is one of the most effective—and overlooked—tools in preventive dental care. At Damurjian & Nasr Dentistry, we provide professionally made occlusal and sports mouthguards that are tailored for your bite, comfort, and lifestyle.

Serving families and athletes from West Long Branch, Hoboken, Summit / Short Hills, Princeton, and Jersey City, our team is committed to delivering durable, well-fitted solutions that protect your long-term oral health.

What Are Occlusal and Sports Mouthguards?

While both occlusal and sports mouthguards are designed to protect your teeth, they serve distinct purposes:

• Occlusal Mouthguards (Night Guards): These appliances are worn during sleep to prevent damage caused by bruxism—unconscious teeth grinding or jaw clenching.
• Sports Mouthguards: These are worn during athletic activity to shield the teeth, lips, cheeks, and jaw from impact-related injuries.

Both types of guards are custom-fitted in our office to ensure optimal protection and comfort, unlike over-the-counter options that often provide a poor fit and minimal defense.

Benefits of Custom Mouthguards

A properly fabricated mouthguard protects more than just your teeth. It can prevent long-term damage, improve performance, and reduce costly dental emergencies.

Key benefits include:

• Absorbs shock during physical activity
• Prevents chipped, fractured, or knocked-out teeth
• Reduces risk of soft tissue injury to lips and cheeks
• Protects dental restorations like crowns and veneers
• Alleviates jaw pain and tension from grinding
• Helps manage symptoms of TMJ dysfunction

Our Custom Mouthguard Process

We make the process simple and stress-free:

1. Comprehensive Evaluation: We examine your bite, jaw, and dental history to determine the best type of mouthguard for your needs.
2. Digital Impressions: Using advanced digital technology, we take a precise 3D scan of your teeth for a perfect fit—no messy molds required.
3. Fabrication: Your guard is made from high-quality, biocompatible materials designed to withstand force and last.
4. Fitting Appointment: Once your guard is ready, we check the fit and make any adjustments needed to ensure maximum comfort and protection.

Who Should Wear a Mouthguard?

Mouthguards aren’t just for professional athletes or those with severe bruxism. You may benefit from a custom guard if you:

• Play contact or recreational sports like football, basketball, hockey, lacrosse, or martial arts
• Experience symptoms of grinding, such as jaw pain or worn teeth
• Have dental restorations or orthodontic appliances that require added protection
• Have a history of dental trauma or fractures
• Suffer from headaches related to jaw clenching

For younger patients in sports, we also offer solutions under our Children’s Dentistry care plans to keep growing smiles protected year-round.

Why Choose Our Practice?

At Damurjian & Nasr Dentistry, we bring decades of trusted care to patients of all ages. Our doctors—Dr. Mark A. Nasr and Dr. Robert J. Damurjian—are dedicated to providing personalized, precision-made appliances that blend function with comfort.

Whether you’re a high school athlete in West Long Branch, a weekend warrior in Hoboken, or a patient in Princeton managing bruxism, we’re here to protect your oral health every step of the way.