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What are Three Types of Dental Mouth Guards

Posted on 3/20/2023 by Evan

Mouth guards are devices people wear over the teeth and gums to protect them against injury or to prevent teeth grinding or clenching. You can choose the appropriate mouthguard depending on your specific needs. Therefore, before buying any mouth guard, you must consult your dentist to help you select your ideal one. A good mouthguard should be long-lasting, comfortable, tear-resistant, and simple to clean. Dental mouthguards are classified into three types:

Stock Mouth Guards

Stock mouth guards are the most common type of mouth guard. They come in different sizes and are ready to use. Stock mouthguards are typically inexpensive and easily accessible at most sporting goods stores. Unfortunately, they provide little protection and are frequently ill-fitting, causing pain or even harm if dislodged during intense exercise. They are also heavier, obstruct breathing, and interfere with speaking.

Boil-and-bite Mouth Guards

Boil-and-bite mouth guards are made of thermoplastic material, which softens when heated. You must immerse them in boiling water before fitting the mouth guard to the teeth and gums. This enables a more tailored fit than stock mouthguards and provides superior injury prevention. Nonetheless, the fit can still be poor, resulting in pain or less effective protection.

Custom-made Mouth Guards

The orthodontist specially designs custom-made mouthguards They are the most advanced mouthguard type since they perfectly match the exact individual's mouth size and shape. Custom-made mouthguards are made in the dental office using the impression of the individual's teeth and gums. The imprints help to create a precise, custom-fitted mouthguards provide the most effective injury prevention, and are ideal for people who play high-impact sports or have a history of teeth grinding. They also cost more than stock or boil-and-bite mouth guards because of the extra work and time involved in their construction.

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