Mouthguards are special rubber-like teeth covers that are individually designed and made in a professional laboratory to protect teeth and gums from injury in sports such as boxing and rugby.
If you are a night grinder (bruxism), a special mouth guard-type called a night guard is used.
Because accidents can happen, mouthguards can limit any mouth-related injuries to your teeth, lips and tongue. Mouth guards should be used by anyone, children and adults, who play a contact sport such as rugby and boxing, all other types of sports and recreational activity like gymnastics and horse riding.
Custom-fitted mouthguards are more expensive than other types due to the extra time and work involved but they provide the most comfort and protection. Mouthguards are also useful if you suffer from grinding your teeth in your sleep, which can damage your teeth.