please help! what is the most comfortable mouth guard?

Question

What's the best mouth guard for athletes?

Answer 1

Over the counter: Hard to say. Everyone is different. Probably the best answer would be to see your dentist. You might also check the pharmacy, and try an over the counter mouty guard. You may have to try several types to find the best one for you.

Answer 2

All Depends: There are many mouth guards that are comfortable. It all depends on what the use for the mouth guard is. For sports, you would want protection over the most comfortable. For grinding/clenching, a hard horse shoe type mouth guard is good too. Once it is known what the reason for the mouthguard is, the easier it would be to answer.

Answer 3

Everyone's different: Whether you're talking about an athletic mouth guard or a night guard for dental occlusion issues, the best person to answer this is your Dentist. That's who knows you and what would work best for your issues.

Answer 4

Depends: You would have to address this with your dentist as times may vary.

Answer 5

1-3 weeks : The mold of your teeth should take no longer than 30 minutes. Then the mouth guard will need to be made. If the mouth guard needs to be sent to a lab, it probably will be done in 2-3 weeks. However if it's just a protective mouthpiece, some dental offices can have it done within a day.

Answer 6

Mouth guard: In order to get a custom made mouth guard usually you need to appointment 1st appointment they take an upper and lower impression in a dental office with a bite registration and the 2nd appointment they will try it on fit check it and it's done. It usually takes 1 to 2 weeks.

Answer 7

Varies: Timing depends upon the type of custom mouth guard- material, local lab or out of town, schedule of the dentist.

Answer 8

Depends: Depends on whether it is a sports mouth guard or a Night Guard for grinding/clenching, your appointment availability, Dentist's scheduling availability, appliance's material/design/complexity, fabricating laboratory’s turn-around time, etc. Best answer, ask your Dentist. Remember that Dentistry is a service, not a commodity. Every patient receives unique individualized care.

Answer 9

Brush or soak: Do you brush the guard or soak it in a proper solution? That will help get the bacteria off it that causes the foul smell. It should be done at least once a day.

Answer 10

Here are some tips.: Guard odor is very common. Tip #1: simply brushing your guard after every meal just as you would your teeth. The morning is crucial as it will help get rid of your morning breath. Tip #2: floss your teeth on a daily basis. Will smell terrible food sits in ur guard. Tip #3: not only is rinsing with an antimicrobial mouth wash very important for your mouth, it can also act as an odor killer.

Answer 11

Clean: Clean your mouth guard. Brush it gently ( no toothpaste) 2x/day.. Careful not to splash, soak in 1 part chlorine bleach, 3 parts water for at least an hour. 1x/day soak in denture cleartfg

Answer 12

Water and Vinegar: Store the mouthguard overnight in water, adding half of a teaspoon of white vinegar will help keep them clean and odor free.

Answer 13

If..: If this is an over the counter type mouthgauard, it may be designed only for protecting the teeth. Many studies have shown worsening of symptoms of TMJ using over the counter type guards. They dont fit well and are not adjusted to your dentition. Its best to get a custom guard from your dentist.

Answer 14

OTC ignorance: When purchasing products otc that are not custom made, you run the risk of increasing your symptoms. Otc nighttime mouthguards are often too think and may cause the muscles to go into spasm. Also, the otc mouthguards may alter your bite over a period of time, causing a tmj/tmd issue to develop.

Answer 15

Soft appliance: I agree with the 2 other doctors and would add that due to the fact that these appliances need to be soft to be self adjustable, is a problem. Research has shown that soft appliances may increase the chances of patients to engage in sleep and daytime clenching and grinding. It is like having a piece of gum in your mouth. Increases the urge to chew on it.

Answer 16

Complex problem: TMD are complex. Have a TMJ expert guide your treatment choices. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

Answer 17

Recommended: There are no complications involved in using night guard other than issues resulting from improper cleaning. See an Orofacial Pain specialist for custom made mouth night guard. Take care.

Answer 18

Mouth Guard: A mouthguard (also known as a mouth protector, mouth piece or gumshield) is a protective device for the mouth that covers the teeth and gums to prevent and reduce injury to the teeth, arches, lips and gums. Mouthguards are most often used to prevent injury in contact sports, as a treatment for bruxism or tmd. http://encyclopedia.thefreedictionary.com/mouth+guard.

Answer 19

An appliance: Protective appliances that fit on the teeth , used to control harmful habits such as grinding, clenching.....Also sports protection.

Answer 20

Athletic mouthguard: A mouthguard for sports is made of a thermoplastic material which is soft (bendable) and custom fit to the upper teeth (usually). The thickness of the material varies depending on the sport. The mouthguard protects the mouth in two major ways: 1) it helps prevent the accidental biting of the cheek, tongue and lip. 2) absorbs impact that would otherwise be absorbed by the teeth.

Answer 21

Protection: They will protect the teeth from traumatic injuries, but can also help prevent concussions if they are fabricated in a way that opens the TMJ space so there is room for the guard to absorb the shock.

Answer 22

Protector: A mouth guard is either a stock or custom constructed oral device designed to reduce dental problems. They may be constructed to protect the teeth and jaws during contact sports, reduce damage caused by clenching/grinding teeth or to reduce snoring.

Answer 23

Mouth guard: A Mouth Guard, whether OTC or (better) custom fitted is a flexible appliance designed to protect teeth, gums, jaw joints and brain from traumatic injury or concussion while engaged in contact sports. An Occlusal Orthotic (night guard) is a custom made appliance designed to mask jaw joint dysfunction symptoms and protect teeth from grinding. See your Dentist for help

Answer 24

Mouthguard fit: Go see your dentist. He/she might be able to reline it to make it fit tighter. Good luck.

Answer 25

Get a New One: Nightguards are generally not designed to be tightened. When they get lose and wear out over time, they have to be replaced. In some cases, however, they can be adjusted to fit snugly again. Don't try this yourself! bring it to your dentist. If it can be tightened, great. If not, it's time for a replacement.

Answer 26

Go back: Go back to your treating Dentist for an adjustment. Recon touring or adding clasps may help. If it's an OTC product throw it away and go to your Dentist for a custom fitted appliance.

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