https://www.familydentalcarepllc.com/ Family Dental Care | Washington, DC
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SMILE PROTECTION

Professional-Grade Oral Appliances

Your teeth work hard every day. Whether you're competing on the field, grinding through stress, or straightening your smile — a custom-fitted, professionally crafted appliance protects your investment and your confidence.

ATHLETIC PROTECTION

Professional Sports

Mouthguards

Every year, thousands of dental emergencies occur in youth and adult sports that could have been prevented. Store-bought options leave gaps and offer a fraction of the protection of a custom guard.

Custom-molded to your exact bite for maximum shock absorption

Stays securely in place — no gagging, no shifting

Multi-layer construction protects teeth, jaw, and soft tissue

Available for all sports — football, basketball, soccer, and more

Easy breathing and communication while wearing

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SLEEP PROTECTION 

Custom Night Guards for Bruxism

Every year, thousands of dental emergencies occur in youth and adult sports that could have been prevented. Store-bought options leave gaps and offer a fraction of the teeth grinding during sleep can wear down enamel, crack teeth, and cause jaw pain. A professional night guard is your first line of defense against costly future restorative work protection of a custom guard.

Precision-fitted from dental impressions for unmatched comfort

Prevents enamel erosion, fractures, and TMJ-related pain

Medical-grade materials that outlast store-bought guards

Slim profile that won't interfere with sleep

Saves thousands in future dental repair costs

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SMILE ALIGNMENT

Professional Clear Aligners

Mail-order aligners may seem convenient, but without professional oversight, they can cause permanent damage. Dr. Dre supervises every step of your alignment journey for safe results.

Full diagnostic workup including X-rays and digital scans

Supervised treatment plan monitored at every stage

Addresses bite alignment, spacing, and crowding

Mid-course corrections if teeth aren't tracking

Custom retainers included to maintain results long-term

​START YOUR JOURNEY 

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

Professional vs. Store- Brought

The convenience of a drugstore appliance comes at a cost. Here's what you're really choosing between when it comes to protecting your smile.

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Store- Brought

Over- the- counter/ mail order 

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Professional Custom

Made by Dr. Dre's team

Custom Fit to Your Bite

Precision mold

Generic "boil & bite"

Professional Diagnosis First

Full exam & X-rays 

No exam required

Material Quality

Medical- grade, BPA -free

Low- cost thermoplastic

Comfortable & Wearability 

Slim, stays in place

Bulky, may cause gagging

Protection Level

Multi-layer impact zones

Single-layer, uneven

Durability 

Lasts 2-5 years

Degrades in weeks

Ongoing Supervision

Monitored adjustments

No follow-ups

Can Correct Bite Issues

Aligners address root cause

May worsen misalignment

Your smile is worth more than a one-size fits-all solution.

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