Sports Mouth Guard
A Sports Mouth Guard is a removable device that is worn over your teeth to protect them when playing sports. Mouth guards are such a simple and essential way of limiting trauma to your jaw and teeth during contact sports. It is vital for safety and it is very encouraging to see most sporting clubs insist upon it as a requirement for play.
As Dental professionals, we see too many mouth and facial trauma due to accidents during sports. We are all responsible to make sure that it is a non-negotiable part of playing sport – since it is preventable problem.
The Australian Dental Association and Sports Medicine Australia have created a Mouth Guard policy that is recommended to be implemented in all Sporting Clubs and venues.
Types of Mouthguards
Custom fit Mouthguard
The most important property of a Mouth Guard is a perfect but comfortable fit. This ensures minimal movement when there is contact on the teeth, provides shock absorption and distributes the shock around the mouth. A custom fit Mouth Guard is essential to achieve this.
Boil and Bite Mouthguard
The boil and bite options are acceptable as a temporary Mouth Guard until you get a proper one done by your Dentist. The boil and bite Mouth Guard requires you to warm up the thermoplastic sheet and squish it around your teeth. It is impossible to get an accurate and comfortable fit and can become dislodged during sport.
Ensure that you get a custom fitted mouthguard from a Dental Professional. DIY mouthguards from the pharmacy are not precise and may cause more problems and will not provide the support required. It is a simple and quick process to get a mouthguard so do not wait and get one made before your sporting season starts!
How is a Teeth Mouth Guard made?
The custom fit Mouth Guards are made by doing a 3D scan of your teeth or taking a mould of your teeth. This scan/mould then allows the Laboratory to get a copy of your teeth exactly as they are. This model is then used to vacuum form a bilaminate Mouth Guard that is thicker, evenly formed and of excellent quality. You can even choose colours, labels and customise it in many ways!
Need help with your Sports Mouthguard?
We have a variety of Payment Plans available – giving you the flexibility of paying for your mouth guard later.
Sports Mouth Guard Care Instructions
Anything that stays in your mouth for extended periods of time can build up bacteria. This is why it is very important to keep your Mouthguard clean. After using your Mouthguard, you need to rinse it with water (do not use warm/hot water, it can change the shape of your Mouthguard). Depending how often you use it, use some non abrasive soap and a separate soft toothbrush to give it a clean. Then place the Mouthguard in a disinfectant bath for approximately 30 minutes. The disinfectant bath can be denture cleaning tablets or white vinegar diluted with water. You can also buy appliances that are an ultrasonic cleaner to keep it very clean.
After disinfection, you can keep your Mouthguard out to air dry and once dry, store it somewhere cool, away from pets and sunlight. Make sure you don’t keep it closed because it can grow bacteria and mould.
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Common Problems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Mouth Guards cost?
A typical, custom-fit bi-laminar mouthguard will cost about $200 or more to construct, depending on your customisation options. Some health funds, such as HCF, offer some of it’s members an included mouthguard as part of their dental extras.
How long do Mouth Guards last?
If kept clean, it can last several sporting seasons. That said, if your child is growing and is constantly losing teeth – you will find a new mouthguard is required yearly for the best fit.
How long does it take to make a Mouth Guard?
A typical mouthguard build time from the scan/impression appointment to delivery is usually about 2 weeks.
Can I use it for my teeth grinding and snoring?
100% no! Never use a soft sports mouth guard for teeth grinding or snoring. This may make your teeth grinding or snoring habit worse due to the soft flexible nature of the mouth guard.
