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Sporting activities can be a lot of fun, but you must be properly protected (even for your teeth).
Losing a tooth during a game can be a long-term issue. That is why many sports teams advise all of their players to wear mouthguards.
Generic mouthguards provide some protection, but a tailored sports mouthguard will provide the best results. Here’s all you should know about sports mouthguards.
They're most effective when they're made to order.
The greatest mouthguards are intended to fit your mouth perfectly.
Because it fits your teeth and disperses the force of an impact equally across your mouth, it will provide the finest support.
This implies that no additional pressure is applied to any single tooth, which could lead to it breaking or falling out.
It will also be made to fit better in your mouth, making it easier to keep in place without putting your jaw muscles under strain.
What is the procedure for creating a Custom Mouthguard?
Your dentist will need to use impression material to create a mold of your mouth in order to build a mouthguard that fits you properly.
This mold is used to make a mouthguard that fits your mouth perfectly. Newer scanning technologies are being used.
They develop 3D scans of your mouth from which a mouthguard can be designed and built.
You Can Create Your Own Mouthguard
Although it is suggested that you get a personalized mouthguard manufactured by your dentist, you can make one yourself using a boil and bite mouthguard kit.
It includes mouthguard material in the overall shape of a mouthguard, but without the individual features of your mouth and teeth.
- To begin, you must first boil it until it is tender.
- After it has cooled sufficiently, you bite into it.
- The mouthguard will be formed to the exact shape of your mouth by the bite, giving you an unique fit.
It’s a good alternative, but it’s not as precise or well-made as a personalized mouthguard.
Mouthguards (Stock)
If you need a mouthguard right away, a stock mouthguard is a good option. They’ve been pre-formed into a general shape. They offer some defense, but not as much as custom-fit models.
Furthermore, they have a loose fit, making it difficult to breathe or speak with it in your mouth.
Stock mouthguards are inexpensive and simple to come by.
They’re available at most sporting goods stores, and you can quickly replace one that’s been lost or damaged.
The majority of people use them until they need a custom-fit mouthguard.
Mouthguards are being replaced.
It is critical to change your mouthguard on a regular basis, regardless of how it was constructed.
You should replace it before the start of each season in which you participate. Mouthguards deteriorate with time and can deform as a result of repeated use.
Furthermore, your mouth develops and your teeth change with time. It’s critical to have a mouthguard that fits properly in order to get the most out of it.
Interested in learning more?
If your child participates in a sport that necessitates the use of a mouthguard, let us assist you in protecting your child’s teeth. Make an appointment with us right away!
