The Truth About Custom Night Guards: Are They Really Made in the USA?

If you've ever ordered a custom night guard online, you probably assumed your product was made in the United States—especially if the website says so. But here's the truth that many companies won’t openly share:

The Overseas Shortcut

What actually happens with many online night guard companies is this:

1. They send you an impression kit from a U.S. facility (giving the appearance of a U.S.-based operation).

2. Once they receive your completed impression, they scan it digitally and create a 3D file (.STL format).

3. That file is then sent to a manufacturer in China, where the night guard is fabricated using low-cost labor and materials.

4. The finished guard is shipped back from overseas—sometimes with long wait times and no real way to ensure quality or safety standards.

5. Meanwhile, customers believe they’re receiving a guard "made in the USA."

Why This Matters

• Lack of Oversight: Once your scan is sent overseas, there’s no telling what materials are used, how they’re handled, or under what conditions your mouthguard is made.

• No FDA Compliance Guarantee: Many foreign manufacturers do not follow U.S. FDA requirements for medical devices.

• Risk of Allergens or Toxins: Without transparency, there's no way to verify if the materials used are BPA-free, latex-free, or safe for long-term oral use.

• Delayed Service & Support: If there's an issue with your guard, good luck getting quick adjustments or help.

Why Sentinel Mouthguards Is Different

At Sentinel Mouthguards, we believe that transparency, safety, and quality should never be outsourced.

✅ Made 100% in the USA
From start to finish, your night guard is fabricated at our Florida-based lab. We never send files overseas. Your dental impression is scanned, designed, and 3D-printed or handcrafted right here by our experienced team.

✅ Strict Material Safety Standards
We use only premium, FDA-approved materials sourced from the U.S. and Germany—never unknown foreign substitutes.

✅ Fast Turnaround & Real Customer Support
Our lab operates quickly (3–4 business days for production), and we offer direct support from real people who care. No overseas delays. No foreign call centers.

✅ Thousands of Happy Customers Since 2012
We’ve been protecting smiles for over a decade. Our reputation is built on honesty, craftsmanship, and care—not shortcuts.

Ask Before You Buy

Before you trust your health to just any online night guard company, ask these important questions:

• Where is the actual fabrication of the guard taking place?

• Are the materials safe for oral use?

• Can you speak with a real person if there’s a problem?

• Do they stand behind their product?

Support a U.S.-Based Lab You Can Trust

At Sentinel Mouthguards, we’ve invested in the latest 3D-printing technology, advanced scanning, and industry-leading materials to bring you a better, safer night guard—without cutting corners.

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🛡️ We don’t ship your smile overseas. We protect it right here at home.