Influence of custom ‐made and stock mouthguard thickness on biomechanical response to a simulated impact

ConclusionsIn extreme situations when it is impossible to use a MG, keeping the teeth in maximum intercuspal position is less harmful. Despite this, the use of any MG is beneficial and assists in dampening the generated stress. The thicker the device, the greater the capacity for decreasing the damage in all structures. The use of individual protectors for each patient is even more beneficial for preventing trauma during at ‐risk activities of impact.

Source: Dental Traumatology - November 9, 2018 Category: Dentistry Authors: Jo ão Paulo Mendes Tribst, Amanda Maria Oliveira Dal Piva, Alexandre Luiz Souto Borges, Marco Antonio Bottino Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research