Do you need a double mouthguard for braces?

Double mouthguards are often required in high contact sports if the player has braces on their bottom teeth. When purchasing a mouth guard for your child, you have two basic options: an off-the-shelf mouthguard or a mouthguard that is custom made by their pediatric dentist or orthodontist.

How do you flavor a mouthguard?

Place your mouthguard over your teeth and rinse with mouthwash. Gargle the mouthwash for 30 seconds to leave a minty taste on your mouthguard. Soak your mouthguard overnight in a denture soak.

Can you use a boil and bite mouthguard with braces?

A boil and bite mouthguard for braces is a good option for people with braces. Available at a sports store or chemist, the mouthguard is heated then placed in your mouth to mould to your teeth. Make sure you choose a mouthguard designed for braces because they have more room to protect the teeth, braces and gums.

How long does a flavored mouthguard last?

A custom-fitted mouth guard for bruxism will usually last between 6 months and 3 years.

What is the use of a mouth guard?

Mouthguards are dental devices that cover your teeth. A mouthguard protects your teeth, tongue, gums and cheeks from trauma caused by teeth grinding or sports injuries.

Can braces treat bruxism?

Can braces help? If you grind your teeth due to abnormal bite or crooked teeth, braces can be a way to help ease or get rid of the grinding. Orthodontic treatment, or getting braces, can be enough to stop horrible nighttime teeth grinding.

Which is the best brand of mouth guards?

Mouth Guards. Whether you’re looking for an adult or youth sized, Sports Unlimited has the highest-quality, most comfortable mouthpieces. From brands like Shock Doctor, Sisu, Nike, Battle Sport, and Mogo, designed for every sport out there.

Do you need a mouth guard when you have braces?

Protecting your mouth is essential when playing contact sports, such as football, hockey, MMA, and more. And these days mouthguards are very popular among athletes of all ages in all sports. But if you wear braces, it can be harder to find a piece that’ll fit.

What kind of mouth guard does Sports Unlimited use?

Sports Unlimited is committed to keeping our players and athletes safe, which is why we stock a huge variety of the best mouthguards from the leading manufacturers in sports protection. Whether you’re looking for an adult or youth sized, Sports Unlimited has the highest-quality, most comfortable mouthpieces.