The Moving Target of Orthodontic Treatment
If you or your child wears braces, you already know that orthodontic treatment is all about change. This is where having a re-mouldable mouthguard can make a real difference.
Teeth gradually move into new positions throughout treatment. While this is exactly what orthodontic treatment is designed to achieve, it can create a practical challenge when it comes to wearing a sports mouthguard.
A mouthguard that fitted well earlier in treatment will fit differently as the teeth move. For a broader overview of mouthguards during orthodontic treatment, see our complete guide to sports mouthguards for braces.
Why Mouthguard Fit Can Change During Braces Treatment
There are different types of mouthguards available for athletes with braces.
A professionally made dental mouthguard is formed to the position of the teeth at the time it is made. Because it cannot be re-moulded once formed, changes in tooth position during orthodontic treatment affect how it fits.
For a closer comparison, see NeoMorph Remouldable vs Dental-made Mouthguards.
Mouldable over-the-counter mouthguards offer more flexibility, although many manufacturers note that their mouthguards are not suitable for braces. In addition, the ability to be re-moulded varies dramatically between products.
If you are in the market for a mouthguard specifically for braces or aligners then ensure the packaging notes that it is re-mouldable and suitable for braces.
For athletes undergoing orthodontic treatment, the important thing is to choose a mouthguard specifically designed for use with fixed braces, or aligners, and one that can adapt as the teeth move.
Engineered for Change: Re-Mouldable Up to 10 Times
NeoMorph Prodigy® is re-mouldable up to 10 times.
This means that as teeth change position and the fit of the mouthguard changes, NeoMorph can be heated and re-moulded around the new tooth position rather than needing to be replaced.
Follow the orthodontic fitting instructions when fitting or re-moulding NeoMorph around fixed braces or bonded attachments.
This adaptability was an important part of the NeoMorph design.
Its fully mouldable construction allows the mouthguard to conform around the teeth and fixed orthodontic appliances, while its NCore® inner layer moulds closely when heated and sets semi-rigid when cooled to help hold the new fitted shape firmly.
For those undergoing orthodontic treatment, being able to re-mould the same mouthguard provides a practical way of maintaining a secure fit as the mouth changes.
Protecting Both Teeth and Investment
Orthodontic treatment is a significant investment in both time and money, and athletes need to protect their teeth while treatment is underway.
They also need a mouthguard that works with the reality of orthodontics — teeth are moving and the mouthguard needs to accommodate that change.
NeoMorph Prodigy® was designed by a dental clinician with orthodontic experience and is suitable for athletes with fixed braces and bonded attachments.
At just 3.5 mm, its fully mouldable triple-layer design provides a secure custom fit without hard, bulky bits, while the ability to re-mould up to 10 times means the fit can be adjusted as teeth move throughout orthodontic treatment.
That combination of secure fit, comfort, protection and adaptability is particularly valuable for athletes undergoing orthodontic treatment.
Beyond the convenience of multiple adjustments, this continuous adaptability ensures that young athletes never have to compromise on safety when playing sport. Maintaining mouthguard protection through every single phase of teeth straightening gives concerned parents complete peace of mind while actively supporting competitive lifestyles without any unnecessary interruption.
If you have orthodontics a re-mouldable mouthguard is a practical and necessary addition to the sports equipment.
Conclusion: A Guard That Keeps Up With Your Smile
Orthodontic treatment changes the position of your teeth so your mouthguard needs to be able to accommodate those changes too.
A re-mouldable mouthguard gives athletes the flexibility to adjust the fit as their teeth move rather than being locked into the position their teeth were in when the mouthguard was first made.
The NeoMorph Prodigy® Mouthguard was designed by a dental clinician to solve the concerns many patients complained about with traditional over-the-counter mouthguards – poor fit, bulkiness and discomfort. In addition, Neomorph can be worn with orthodontic appliances and re-moulded up to 10 times, making it a practical and adaptable mouthguard for athletes undergoing orthodontic treatment.