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Title: [Mouthguards: a difficult choice?]
Author(s): Reukers, H.A.J. ; Damme, P.A. van
Publication year: 2007
Source: Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Tandheelkunde, vol. 114, iss. 6, (2007), pp. 242-247
ISSN: 0028-2200
Publication type: Article / Letter to editor

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Subject: UMCN 4.3: Tissue engineering and reconstructive surgery
Organization: Orthodontics and Oral Biology
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Journal title:
Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Tandheelkunde
Volume: vol. 114
Issue: iss. 6
Page start: p. 242
Page end: p. 247
Abstract:
It is the dentists' task to advise their patients what type of mouthguard grants the best possible protection. It is generally accepted that off-the-counter mouthguards are not sufficiently protective. These mouthguards are usually ill-fitting and not worn in the mouth but in the sporting shorts' pocket instead. A custom-fabricated mouthguard is proven to offer maximal protection. A mouthguard has to offer adequate protection with high comfort. A composite laminate construction and space between the inner surface of the mouthguard and the labial surface of the upper front teeth are essential for adequate protection. Transitional dentition and/or orthodontic appliances are no limitation to fabricate a custom-formed mouthguard.

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