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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Undergoing orthodontic treatment and getting braces can be a big transition in the life of a tween or teenager. Becoming accustomed to having foreign objects on your teeth, the added cleaning and care requirements, and the occasional discomfort of adjustments can all take some getting used to. This is high profile comfort and protection in a low-profile design. Fully revamped for 2018, Gel Max Power features a tight, natural fit and a reinforced inner grid worthy of any sport. Power on. shape. The guard is remoldable for up to 20 times, so you can continue using it, as your teeth shift and Braces may help alleviate tooth grinding in the long run, but in the short term, your bruxism may actually worsen due to the temporary discomfort of teeth straightening. If this happens to you, you may need a night guard for braces. An orthodontist will be able to clear up any extra inquiries and narrow down the choices and what guard is most appropriate for each patient.

If you are active in sports, your life should not change if you need to have braces. What is a mouth guard? All of these options come with their own pros and cons. It may require a bit of trial and error before the right fit is found. The wearer will want to be sure that the fit is snug but comfortable, that they can still breathe properly and remain active, that they will keep the mouthguard in their mouth during heavy activity, and that all areas that need to be are covered and protected. Boil-to-fit vs. “Pop and Play”Can you believe that only one third of children aged 5-17 wear a mouthguard while playing sport? 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. The rule of thumb is that you should use a mouthguard when in braces for any activity that you would normally need to wear a mouthguard for. Once your braces are off, throw out any mouthguards you had while wearing braces because they won’t fit. Now that your teeth are in position, you need to do everything possible to keep them in position and protect them. If you don’t have a permanent retainer fitted, you will use a removable retainer full-time then nightly. Wearing your retainer as instructed by your orthodontist will ensure you keep your smile looking good for life. Injuries to the jaw, mouth and teeth are some of the most common that occur when taking part in sports. Interestingly, wearing braces can actually protect your teeth from being displaced or lost if you suffer a significant facial or mouth injury. For common or less severe impactive injuries, mouthguards will still protect your teeth while wearing braces. Answer: No. It’s not necessary but is recommended. Every person’s jaw and mouth shape is different, so this is a matter of personal preference in most sports. Always look up compliance regulations regarding protections that need to be worn for specific sports. The Verdict

If you’ve opted for Invisalign treatmentat Total Orthodontics, you should remove your clear retainers while partaking in sports - just as you would while eating. However, you should ask your orthodontists about options for suitable mouthguards to keep yourself protected, as you don’t want to injure your teeth regardless! The same applies to those wearing retainers following their fixed braces being removed. With SleepPro, you also have the option to choose from a variety of protection levels all at a low night guard cost: Custom-fitted mouth guards work great for people that have severe alignment issues. They allow for a perfectly molded fit. These usually come with a higher cost and need to be readjusted when teeth shift over the course of realignment. They are professionally designed and fabricated by a dentist and a lab. smaller areas, progressing until the guard can safely be removed. (Reheat the water as necessary to maintain Orthodontic guards: If you have braces on both of your arches, you may need to opt for special orthodontic mouth guards, which we'll talk more about below.As your teeth move due to your braces, the mouthguard may become loose or uncomfortable over time so you should remould it to fit your teeth. Reheat the mouthguard according to the instructions and bite the mouthguard to mould it to your teeth’s current position. This brand has a lot of options for custom-fitted mouth guards that work with braces. There are more affordable options for a non-custom fit for wear after braces come off.