Custom-fitted sports mouthguards made to the exact contours of your teeth - on Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3. Trusted by Dubai's active community since 2006.
DENTAL PROTECTION FOR SPORT
Custom Sports Mouthguards in Dubai
A dental injury sustained during sport is not a minor inconvenience - it can mean emergency treatment, months of restorative work, and costs that far exceed anything a mouthguard would have cost to prevent. At Vilafortuny, we provide custom-fitted sports mouthguards made from impressions of your own teeth, offering a level of protection, comfort, and durability that no over-the-counter alternative can match.
Whether you play rugby, train in boxing, compete in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, or take your CrossFit performance seriously - a mouthguard fitted at Vilafortuny is designed to stay in place, allow normal breathing and communication, and protect your teeth, jaw, and soft tissues throughout.
Why It Matters
The Risk Is Real
A dental injury sustained during sport is not a minor inconvenience. It can mean emergency treatment, months of restorative work, and costs that far exceed anything a mouthguard would have prevented.
60×
increased risk of dental injury without a mouthguard
39%
of all dental injuries occur during sport or recreational activity
5M+
teeth avulsed (knocked out) in sport globally each year
Beyond tooth protection, mouthguards dissipate the force of direct blows to the jaw — reducing impact energy transmitted to the skull and lowering the risk and severity of concussion. For athletes in high-impact sports, this extends well beyond dental health.
Who Needs One
Your Sport. Your Guard.
Mouthguards are mandatory in many sports and strongly recommended across a far wider range than most athletes realise. We provide custom mouthguards for participants across Dubai's full sporting community.
Rugby & Touch Rugby
Boxing & Kickboxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mixed Martial Arts
Football & Futsal
Field Hockey
Basketball
Squash & Racquet Sports
Gymnastics
Skateboarding & BMX
Cycling & Mountain Biking
CrossFit & Weightlifting
Custom vs. Over-the-Counter
Why It Matters.
Not all mouthguards offer equal protection. The difference between a custom-fitted appliance and a standard pharmacy option is significant — in comfort, fit, protection, and wearability.
| Feature | Custom (Vilafortuny) | Over-the-Counter |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | ✓ Exact impression of your teeth | ✗ Generic sizing only |
| Breathing | ✓ Unrestricted | ✗ Often compromised |
| Stays in place | ✓ No clenching required | ✗ Must be held by biting |
| Speech clarity | ✓ Clear communication | ✗ Frequently impaired |
| Impact protection | ✓ Maximum | ✗ Reduced |
| Durability | ✓ 1–2 years with care | ✗ 6–12 months typical |
| Orthodontic-safe | ✓ Can be adapted | ✗ Not recommended |
Note for Orthodontic Patients
If you are currently wearing braces, aligners, or a fixed retainer, an over-the-counter mouthguard is not appropriate — and can damage your appliances. A custom mouthguard from Vilafortuny is designed to accommodate your orthodontic treatment and protect both your teeth and appliances simultaneously.
The Process
Two Visits. That's It.
Your custom mouthguard is ready within five to seven working days of your first appointment. Quick, straightforward, no anaesthetic required.
01
Dental Impression
A comfortable impression of your upper teeth is taken at the clinic — under ten minutes, entirely painless.
02
Laboratory Fabrication
Your mouthguard is constructed from high-grade, pressure-laminated EVA material over a precise model of your teeth.
03
Fitting Appointment
The finished appliance is checked for fit, comfort, and occlusion. Minor adjustments are made chairside where required.
04
Care Guidance
You will be shown how to clean, store, and maintain your mouthguard, and advised on when to return for a replacement.
Who Should Have One
Indications
- Any athlete in contact or collision sport — at any level, amateur or competitive.
- Participants in high-speed or fall-risk sports, including cycling, skateboarding, and gymnastics.
- Patients with dental restorations — crowns, veneers, implants — who participate in sport.
- Children and teenagers in sport, where newly erupted teeth are particularly vulnerable.
- Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment who participate in any physical activity.
Looking After Your Guard
Care & Maintenance
- Rinse with cold water before and after every use.
- Clean with a soft toothbrush and mild soap — avoid toothpaste, which is abrasive and degrades the surface.
- Store in the ventilated case provided — never leave in direct sunlight or a hot car.
- Bring to routine dental appointments for inspection — wear patterns can indicate bite changes.
- Replace every one to two years, or sooner if the fit becomes loose or the material visibly thins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a custom mouthguard at Vilafortuny?
Two short appointments. At the first, an impression of your teeth is taken — around ten minutes. Your mouthguard is fabricated and ready to collect within five to seven working days. The total time investment is minimal for equipment you will use for years.
Can I get a mouthguard if I wear braces or Invisalign?
Yes - and it is particularly important that you do. Over-the-counter options are not suitable for patients in orthodontic treatment. A custom mouthguard from Vilafortuny is designed around your current appliances, protecting both your teeth and your treatment simultaneously.
Do children need a custom mouthguard?
A custom mouthguard is always preferable at any age. Children's mouths change rapidly as they grow, so a custom guard may need replacing more frequently. Our team will advise based on your child's age and stage of dental development.
Does a mouthguard help prevent concussion?
There is growing evidence that a well-fitted mouthguard can reduce the risk and severity of concussion by absorbing and redistributing the energy of a direct blow to the jaw before it is transmitted to the skull. No mouthguard eliminates concussion risk entirely - but the protection it offers makes it a worthwhile precaution for any athlete in a contact or high-impact sport.
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