Sport mouthguards: Preventing dental injuries
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This is a study looking at different types of sport mouthguards to see which ones best protect teeth during sports. You can join if you are 7 to 30 years old, play sports at least twice a week, and have healthy teeth and gums.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Age: 7 to 30 years old
- No untreated cavities or gum disease
- No severe underbite (where bottom teeth are in front of top teeth)
- No permanent dental work like bridges or implants that could interfere with mouthguard fit
- No medications that affect saliva production
- No neurological or communication difficulties
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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