Your student-athlete trains hard all offseason. They've got the right cleats, the right pads, the right helmet — but one piece of protective gear is almost always missing from the checklist: a properly fitted mouthguard.
At Sampson Dental Group in Westerville, we fit custom athletic mouthguards for student-athletes across Westerville City Schools — from Westerville North Warriors football players to Westerville South Wildcats soccer players to Westerville Central Warhawks lacrosse athletes. One appointment, one piece of protection that could save a tooth — or a lot more.
Why Store-Bought Mouthguards Aren't Enough
Walk into any sporting goods store and you'll find boil-and-bite mouthguards for a few dollars. They seem like the easy answer — but there's a reason they end up in gym bags, forgotten, or spat out at halftime.
Boil-and-bite guards are thick, uncomfortable, and make it hard to breathe or communicate during play. So athletes don't wear them consistently. And an unprotected mouth during contact play is a significant risk — not just for teeth, but for jaw fractures and concussions.
A custom-fitted mouthguard from Sampson Dental is trimmed to your student's exact bite, thin enough to speak and breathe normally, and protective enough to actually make a difference.
A Knocked-Out Tooth Is a Dental Emergency
A tooth knocked out during a game doesn't just affect that Friday night — it can mean missed school, a trip to an emergency dentist , and potentially thousands of dollars in restorative treatment. A custom mouthguard costs a fraction of a single dental implant or crown — and takes just one appointment to create.
Which Sports Need a Mouthguard?
The American Dental Association recommends mouthguards for over two dozen sports. At Westerville City Schools, that covers a wide range of fall, winter, and spring athletic programs:
Football
Required at all levels. Warriors, Wildcats, and Warhawks players need a properly fitted guard — not an afterthought boil-and-bite.
Lacrosse
High-contact and fast-moving. Westerville Central's OCC-competitive lacrosse program makes this a must-have piece of gear.
Soccer
Headers, collisions, and falls put teeth at risk. Strongly recommended for all field athletes, including South Wildcats and North Warriors players.
Field Hockey
Sticks, balls, and physical play — field hockey athletes are at significant risk for dental trauma without proper protection.
Basketball
Elbows, hard floors, and fast play make basketball one of the most common sports for dental injuries — often overlooked.
Wrestling & Baseball
Contact, pitches, and batted balls — recommended for all Westerville City Schools athletes in contact or projectile sports.
"The best time to get a custom mouthguard is before the season starts — not after the first injury. One appointment at Sampson Dental is all it takes."
What to Expect at Your Mouthguard Appointment
Getting a custom mouthguard at Sampson Dental is simple and fast. Here's how it works:
- Impressions taken: We take a quick, comfortable impression of your student's teeth — no needles, no drilling
- Custom fabrication: The guard is made to fit your student's exact bite and jaw shape
- Fitting and adjustments: We check the fit and make any adjustments needed for comfort and protection
- Care instructions: We send you home with everything you need to keep the guard clean and lasting through the season
Full-Service Care for Your Student Athlete
Beyond mouthguards, Sampson Dental offers the full range of care your student-athlete needs to stay healthy and confident all season long.
Emergency Dentistry
Dental injury during a game? We're here for Westerville athletes when it counts most.
Dental Crowns
Restore a cracked or damaged tooth with a natural-looking, durable crown.
Dental Implants
Permanent tooth replacement if the worst happens — natural-looking and built to last.
Dental Fillings
Catch and treat cavities before the season — so your athlete is focused on the game, not a toothache.
Sampson Dental Group — Westerville
Serving Warriors, Wildcats, Warhawks, and every Westerville City Schools family. Now accepting new patients.
Phone: 614-907-4333
Hours: Monday–Friday, extended hours available
Gear Up Before the Season Starts
Mouthguard appointments fill up fast before fall sports begin. Don't wait until the first practice — call us now and we'll get your student-athlete fitted and ready to compete with confidence and a protected smile.
Book Your Mouthguard Fitting Today
One quick appointment at our Westerville office and your athlete is protected for the entire season. Call us or schedule online.
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