CUSTOM MOUTHGUARDS IN 4 DAYS
Robust Dental Lab is able to produce custom sports guards within four days – from order to delivery at your door. Meant for athletes in football, wrestling, basketball, boxing, and other contact sports, you can trust that our mouthguards are the highest-quality. We even back them with a six-month warranty. Available in clear and multi-color.
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Mouth guards for sports are worn during activities to protect the teeth. That’s why they are called mouth protectors. Injuries to the mouth, such as broken teeth, cut lips, and other wounds, can be prevented by wearing the device on top of the upper teeth.
A sports dental guard is an important piece of athletic equipment for people who participate in sports that involve falls, contact, or flying. This includes football, basketball, baseball, soccer, hockey, skateboarding, gymnastics, mountain biking — any activity that can cause oral injury. There are ready-to-use sports guards, but Robust Dental Lab only fabricates personalized ones.
Without oral protection during sports, athletes can suffer painful injuries to their lips, tongue, face, jaw, and teeth. Common sports injuries that occur without a mouth shield include health and dental emergencies such as:
- Cracked, broken, or knocked-out teeth
- Nerve and root damage
- Injuries to lips and cheeks, such as cuts and abrasions
- Jaw fracture
- Crown and bridge fracture
- Concussion
No matter which type of sports mouthguard you choose, it should be stretchy, tear-resistant, and comfortable. It should also fit without restricting your speech or breathing. There are three types of oral protection devices:
- Custom-made mouth protector sports- These are individually designed and made by your dentist’s office or professional dental laboratory. Not surprisingly, they probably offer the most comfortable fit and best protection. Your dentist will make a dental impression on your teeth and build mouthguards on their models. Because they fit better and feel better, most athletes prefer custom made mouthguards. The downside is that they are also the most expensive.
- Boil and bite sports guards- These are pre-formed shapes that can be changed by boiling the sheath in water, then biting into the warm plastic to customize. They are available at many sporting goods stores and may provide a better fit than stock mouth protectors. Follow the instructions carefully and avoid using an unsuitable mouthguard.
- Stock Oral Protections – These are inexpensive, pre-prepared, and ready to wear. Unfortunately, they often don’t fit well. In addition to being bulky, they can make breathing and speaking difficult.
If your child wears a sports guard or other fixed dental appliances, your dentist will also create a personalized mouth guard for your child’s lower teeth. Mouth guards for braces prevent injuries from broken wires and braces.
Taking care of your mouthguard can help keep your mouth clean and in good shape. If your sports guard wears out, it will need to be replaced, because they no longer provide the best protection.
Here are some tips for using a sports mouthguard:
- Keep away from heat sources, including hot water and the sun, to prevent it from melting or deforming.
- Avoid chewing your mouthguard.
- Rinse well before and after each use, brush lightly with a toothbrush and toothpaste after each use, and rinse well.
- When not in use, keep the oral guard in the protective case with proper ventilation.
- Do not remove or chew the sports sheath with your tongue
- If your sports guards fall on the floor or floor, clean them before putting them back in your mouth.
- Brush and floss your teeth before and after wearing a mouthguard.
- Do not share your guards with anyone.
- Wear a mouthguard when checking your teeth in a dental clinic. You can get a deep cleaning from your dentist.
- If your sports guard is loose or has cracks and fissures, take it to your dentist to have it checked. It may be time for a new one. If it doesn’t fit or is worn out, replace it for the best protection.
When it comes to sports protective gear, a battle mouthguard is often overlooked, but it’s one of the most important protective gear worth investing in. A sports mouthguard can help protect your mouth, teeth, jaw, and head, helping you avoid costly and painful dental damage.
Wash your mouthguard after each use using these methods:
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Toothpaste & Toothbrush – Use a soft-bristled toothbrush with non-abrasive toothpaste. Rinse, brush gently, rinse again, and let dry.
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Soap & Water – Use mild, alcohol-free soap (antibacterial or castile). Apply soap, brush gently, rinse thoroughly, and air dry.
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Mouthwash – Soak in alcohol-free mouthwash diluted with water for 30 minutes, then rinse and dry.
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Baking Soda – Make a paste with equal parts baking soda and water. Brush lightly, rinse, and dry.
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Hydrogen Peroxide & Vinegar – Soak in vinegar for 30 minutes, rinse, then soak in hydrogen peroxide for another 30 minutes. Rinse and dry.
Regular cleaning prevents bacteria buildup and extends your mouthguard’s lifespan.
To improve the wearing of braces, it is important to identify barriers to using them. Several factors are thought to hinder wearing sports guards:
- Poor reservation
- Intra-oral drying
- Nausea
- Interfering with breathing
- Interfere with speaking
- Athletes pride themselves on not wearing a sports guard
- Increase the cost of custom sports guard
- A customized sports guard, need to make an appointment with the dentist.
In the case of children, it is usually the parents who arrange for the sports guard to be provided and decide if and when they will be worn. Therefore, in order to increase the number of children wearing sports guards, it is necessary to educate parents about the necessity and benefits of using sports guards.
It’s also possible that dentists don’t know what type of sports guards to recommend to their patients, resulting in poor protection and poor compliance. To ensure maximum protection, dentists should be aware of the importance of capturing the fully functional depth of the groove and the most distal molars when photographing custom sports guards.
Since both contact sports and grinding can put you at high risk for broken teeth and other oral health problems, you’ll need to talk to your dentist about getting a dental protector that’s right for you
If you use a sports guard correctly, it should actually protect your gums, not damage them. However, if you use a dirty, damaged, or ill-fitting mouthguard, you may damage your gums. Some people who are nervous about going to the dentist, or who don’t think they can afford it, wear cheap but “best-in-one-size” sports guards. These might offer some protection from meshing, but they don’t fit well, and they make it difficult for people to breathe properly while inside.
Also, they can be hard, and uncomfortable, and irritate the gums, putting them at greater risk of infection. There are also “boil and bite” sports mouth guards, which are often used by young athletes in contact sports. This is better than regular sports guards and can be used to treat bruxism. However, if you grind your teeth, they are thicker and heavier than the sports guards your dentist usually provides, so they’re not ideal.
Custom sports guards are a more expensive up-front investment, but they are more comfortable and gentle on the gums. Custom sports guards allow you to breathe comfortably and even talk inside. You may need to refill every year, but it’s worth the money for something that’s friendlier to the delicate tissues of your mouth.
Of course, this is highly recommended, as slapping the face can damage brackets and other fixed orthodontic equipment. Braces are also a barrier between the braces and the soft tissues of the mouth, helping to prevent damage to the cheeks, gums, and lips. If you or your child have braces, talk to your dentist or orthodontist to get a sports guard.
If you feel your sports guard needs a deeper cleaning, try a non-abrasive denture cleaner. Typically, over-the-counter denture cleaners contain sodium hypochlorite, a chemical bleaching agent. Use according to product directions and are safe for you and your sports guard.
It’s worth noting that OTC cleaners may contain synthetic fragrances and artificial dyes. If you’re sensitive to fragrance or care about the ingredients, chemical cleaners may not be the best option. Don’t soak your sports guard in the cleaner for too long. This can damage your sports guard.
