Mouth Guard Multi-Use Dental Gel Gum Shield Night Teeth Grinding - 2PCS/Pack (Clear)

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Night guards are ready for use right out of the box, no boiling water, heating, or moulding required Offers custom-fit protection similar to a professionally made mouth guard—for a fraction of the cost

Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, housing, national insurance and more This can be potentially problematic for those with braces as their oral situation will be consistently changing throughout the course of their treatment. Subsequently, you may need regular dental visits for new gum shields to be made. While this may seem inconvenient and may potentially be expensive in the long run, it is the most effective gum shield option for those with braces. Boil & bite gum shields Many people grind their teeth without even realising that they are doing so. It is common for people to grind their teeth in their sleep or at times of stress; the jaw is clenched causing great pressure to be applied to the upper and lower teeth.

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Before and after each use rinse the sports guard with cold water and clean it with soap and a soft brush. We encourage all patients who play sports where there is a risk of injury to the mouth, or who grind their teeth, to invest in a custom-made gum shield from our Gainsborough or Sheffield practices.

The cost of a gum shield varies, depending on the complexity of the design and colour desired. Although, when you consider the cost of expensive dental work and the risk of losing teeth, it is a small price to pay for peace of mind. Who needs a sports shield? Bruxism, or teeth grinding, usually happens at night-time during sleep. Although many sufferers are unaware that they grind their teeth, it can cause disturbed sleep – for sufferers and partners alike. Teeth grinding can have a significant impact on your dental health if left untreated. Bruxism can result in problems such as teeth fractures, abnormal tooth wear and gum recession, as well as headaches, earaches, jaw pain, jaw stiffness, and facial pain. NatWest, RBS and Ulster Bank to close at least 172 branches in 2023/24 – here's the full list, plus alternativesAn effective mouth guard should be long-lasting, easy to clean, comfortable, tear-resistant and should not interfere with one’s breathing or speech. Dentek The DenTek Professional Fit Maximum Protection Dental Guard helps to protect your teeth from night-time teeth grinding known as Bruxism. This custom-fit mouth guard is similar to guards provided by dentists but designed to be much more affordable. The guard creates a cushion of comfort between your upper and lower teeth. As an injury to the face could damage braces or other fixed appliances, a properly fitted mouthguard is essential for people who wear braces or have fixed bridgework.

Autumn Statement: Workers to pay less in national insurance – but rate cuts don't offset the freezing of personal tax thresholds Generally, gum shields cover ones upper teeth only, but most dentists will make them for the lower teeth as well. The advantage of using a mouth guard during sports is that it can help limit the risk of serious injuries such as broken teeth, jaw fractures or even the tooth loss. Sport shields also help to avoid soft tissues damage, e.g. laceration and bruising of lips, cheeks, or tongue. Can I wear a mouth guard if I wear braces? Although there are many gum shields available over the counter, these standard shields cannot provide the same level of protection that a bespoke sports gum shield can. The standard shields that are readily available in shops and on the internet often are of the “boil and bite” variety. These tend to be ill-fitting, move around in the mouth too easily, and can inhibit the wearer’s speech. This means they can actually pose a danger to you when you are playing sports rather than protect your teeth and gums. Opting for a dental gum shield is safer and fits better due to it being handmade by skilled dental technicians, specifically to fit around your teeth. We use a high-quality impact-absorbing material called polyethylene vinyl acetate (pEVA) to make our sports gum shields. This is an odourless, tasteless, non-toxic polymer that is completely safe for use in the mouth, and will protect your teeth and gums by absorbing any impact sustained to the mouth and teeth during sports activities. How does the Procedure work?Some of the names are more commonly used in a medical setting (such as occlusal splint and bite splint).Mouth guards are worn to protect the teeth and the gums because of susceptible injury from teeth grinding and impact during sports. There exist some differences between gum shields for sports and bite splints for teeth grinding. A mouthguard (gum shield) is a custom made, a flexible rubber-like appliance which covers and snuggly fits over your teeth and gums, cushioning them and protecting them from damage. Custom-fitted mouthguards The most common types are a dental custom-fitted gum shield and a boil & bite gum shield. Dental custom-fitted gum shields

Custom-fitted mouthguards are individually designed and made by the dental technician based on your dentist’s strict description. Your dentist will take an impression of your teeth, and a mouth guard is then moulded over the model using a special material. It allows for the best protection for your teeth whilst providing better comfort at the same time, as the shield is specifically designed for you. What is the price of a sports mouthguard? Sports guards can often be personalised with colours of your choice, to match your personality, style or the team you support. There are many different types of gum shields available, however, there are two common types that are typically used. Both options come with their own methods to mould, as well as various positives and negatives. We take a detailed look at both options below: Types of gum shieldPerfect bruxism treatment for those who find it difficult to wear a bulky mouth guard through the night Having a dental gum shield allows our skilled technicians to take into account the dental health of the wearer and adapt the shield if needed. This can include if the wearer has braces, fillings, or even missing teeth. A sports gum shield from The Smile Boutique can be individually catered to your dental needs, something you cannot get from a store-bought mouthguard. Personalisation Options It’s the best mouth guard solution for teeth grinding as the durability is beyond comparable. There are two different machines used to create custom-fitted mouth protectors: Depending on your age, your mouthguard may need replacing fairly regularly. If you are still growing, new teeth will come through and move into position. So the mouthguard may become too tight or loose, and will need to be remade to fit the new shape of your mouth.