Shock Doctor Single/Double Braces Mouthguard with Upper and Lower Teeth Protection for Sports — Instant Fit Technology with No Moulding or Boiling for Youth and Adult Sizes

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A new mouthguard each year offers the best protection for your teeth as they can wear down with regular use. This is an odourless, absorbing, non-toxic material that prevents abrasion and has extreme durability, allowing you to play your favourite sports over time with no hassle. If the player is wearing braces, an incident may require expensive treatment to repair the braces and fix any damage done to the teeth or gums.

The Gold Level mouthguard and case contain Biomaster antimicrobial additive to reduce the growth of harmful bacteria by up to 99. We recommend wearing a properly-fitted mouth guard for any sport where there is a risk of an impact to your mouth or face. Not only do dentists and orthodontists advocate wearing them, but also sports coaches and organisations such as The British Orthodontic Society (BOS). For common or less severe impactive injuries, mouthguards will still protect your teeth while wearing braces. While many mouthguards or gum shields come with instructions, it’s a good idea to have a good basic understanding of how to use a mouthguard in the correct fashion before you start moulding it.While traditional braces tend to be the most popular and effective method of straightening teeth, there are other options that may be more suitable for your child, such as removable plates or clear aligners. Each mouthguard also comes with special stretch zones creating a bespoke impression that’s comfortable for you. OPROshield patented multi-layer construction, posterior buffer pads and OPROfins absorb shock and help protect against concussion. Mouth guards are one of the most important pieces of protective equipment as they will protect your teeth and jaws while you are on the field. Perfect Fit – As the only reason you will be wearing this is to protect your teeth, you want to make sure it can do that.

I am proud to say with great care her braces were finally removed and the end result is the beautiful smile she now has. As a child will not enjoy wearing braces, they will be pleased to know that they are not going through this suffering for nothing. Even in light sparring or pad work it's good practice to bite down when throwing combinations in attack or defence. This is not acceptable when there are braces involved as there is not just the tooth to take into consideration. Morning, Saturday and Next Working Day deliveries are optional and will also incur additional charges.Some sports like wrestling require a mouthguard covering both the top and bottom teeth if there are braces on both. The dual layer construction dissipates shock waves and reduces overall force… to cushion impact and reduce sports-related dental injuries. Ivanov is such a sweet person and very professional, he knows what he’s doing and always cares for patients personal concerns. The mouthguard, which can be used by those with or without braces, is made of FDA approved silicone-grade materials and is latex and BPA free.

A custom-made mouthguard is professionally made and designed to cover your braces or aligners to ensure proper fit. Mouth guards are also recommended if you are engaging in non-contact or recreational activities such as skateboarding, mountain biking, rollerblading, or horse riding. With a variety of specialist designed mouthguards available to purchase in this day and age, there’s plenty to choose from, depending on what your preferences are and your budget.

The level of protection and retention increases with each level of mouthguard from Snap-Fit through to Instant Custom-Fit.

Including popular brands like Opro and Shock Doctor, our guards fit securely over braces without the fear of lacerations. On top of brushing your teeth twice a day, you should also clean your mouthguard itself to help prevent a build-up of bacterial plaque. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. They’re essentially a crash helmet for your teeth, which also stop the jaws from coming together and causing jaw joint injuries, sudden tooth impacts and even concussion. They’ll let you know how best to use one while playing sports, and when you’ll need to schedule a future appointment to get a new mouthguard made as your bite pattern straightens.

Any interference with the free movement of teeth is not going to be a good idea and if it is possible that the mouthguard will do this, then it should be avoided.