Athletic Dentistry in La Verne, CA
Sports-Focused Dental Care for Active Patients
Athletes face unique dental risks — from contact injuries to nighttime clenching during training cycles. At Pearl Dental Group, we provide specialized athletic dentistry services for patients in La Verne, Claremont, and San Dimas to help protect and maintain healthy smiles during every season of activity.
Whether you’re a youth athlete, weekend warrior, or elite competitor, our dental team is here to prevent trauma, restore damage, and provide custom protection tailored to your sport and lifestyle.
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What Is Athletic Dentistry?
Athletic dentistry focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of sports-related dental injuries. This includes:
- Preventive education and screening for athletes
- Fabrication of custom sports mouthguards
- Emergency care for knocked-out or broken teeth
- Monitoring of dental wear from bruxism and jaw clenching
- Restorative solutions for chipped, cracked, or missing teeth
Active patients often need proactive dental care plans to accommodate rigorous physical activity, impact risk, and increased pressure on the jaw and teeth.
Why Athletes Need Specialized Dental Care
Athletes are more prone to dental trauma than non-athletes. Impact sports like football, basketball, soccer, hockey, and martial arts carry a high risk for:
- Tooth fractures and chips
- Avulsed (knocked-out) teeth
- Jaw misalignment or TMJ pain
- Mouth injuries (lips, gums, cheeks)
- Excessive grinding during training or competition
Our goal is to prevent these issues before they occur and offer fast, expert care if an injury happens.
Custom Sports Mouthguards: Your First Line of Defense
One of the most important services we offer athletes is the creation of custom sports guards. Compared to store-bought options, custom guards offer:
- Superior comfort and fit
- Easier breathing and communication
- Higher durability and shock absorption
- Better compliance, especially for younger athletes
Our guards are molded from a digital scan of your mouth and can be customized for specific sports and ages — including youth athletes in our pediatric dentistry program.
Emergency Dental Care for Sports Injuries
Accidents can happen, even with the best precautions. That’s why we offer same-day emergency dental services to treat:
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Tooth dislodgement or trauma
- Damage to existing crowns or veneers
- Soft tissue lacerations inside the mouth
Prompt treatment can save a tooth — and your season. Call us immediately if an injury occurs during play.
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Protect Your Smile On and Off the Field
At Pearl Dental Group, we’re proud to support the health and safety of athletes in La Verne, Claremont, San Dimas, and nearby communities. Whether you need a custom guard, emergency repair, or long-term care plan, our team is here to help keep your smile in the game.
Call (909) 596-5959 or schedule your visit online today and ask about our athletic dentistry services.
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