The mouthguard is a removable personal dental device which applies to the athlete’s upper jaw teeth in order to prevent possible damage to the teeth, jaw fractures, temporomandibular joint damage, as well as harm to the gums and other soft tissues of the oral cavity.
The construction of a custom-made mouthguard according to the athletes’ specific features (mixed dentures, orthodontic treatment, particular convergence) guarantees maximum security, and the best possible application and protection. Mouthguards are an essential piece of athletic equipment for anyone participating in a sport that involves falls, physical contact, and generally any form of physical activity that may result in oral injury.
At a first stage tooth imprints are taken in order to construct a personalized mouthguard perfectly fitting the patient’s oral cavity. The mouthguard is then adjusted intraorally, checked thoroughly, and at last delivered to the athlete.
A custom-made mouthguard provides the best possible fit, allowing proper airflow and swallowing without difficulty.
An important characteristic is its lifespan. With the right care and periodical examinations by the dentist, a custom-made mouthguard can last several years.
