Custom mouthguards for young basketball players
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests custom mouthguards made with a 3D printer for child and teen basketball players. It looks at whether the mouthguard helps players feel more aware of their mouth and improves their game performance.
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Who can take part
- You have been playing basketball for at least one year
- You are an amateur or semi-professional player
- You train 4-5 days a week and compete in a league
- You have never used a mouthguard before
- You do not have major dental or jaw problems, and you do not breathe mostly through your mouth
- You have a health certificate saying you can do high-intensity sports
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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