Mouthguard - Correctly fitting mouthguard for martial arts training

Mouthguard - Correctly fitting mouthguard for martial arts training

Mouthguards are very important for your health in boxing and martial arts training, be it during partner exercises or sparring, and should therefore always be worn.

Some professional boxers go to the dentist to have an impression made of their jaw. This allows a customised mouthguard to be made. However, this is very expensive.

A simple mouthguard is perfectly adequate for beginners and amateurs and you don't have to spend a lot on it. Most people wear a simple mouthguard in the mid-price range.

Instructions for fitting the mouthguard

Place the mouthguard in hot water at 70 to 80° C for about 10 seconds. It is important that it is not boiling water, otherwise the mouthguard will deform too much. It is best to pour the water into a bowl and then place the mouthguard in it for 1 to 2 minutes (or according to the manufacturer's instructions) - read the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging, as the duration may vary.

Remove the face mask from the water with a fork or similar to avoid scalding yourself. Rinse it briefly under running water - this is recommended as the face mask is still too hot.

Then place the mouthguard directly on your upper jaw - if it is a classic mouthguard for the upper jaw. Make sure that the mouthguard encloses all the teeth on the upper half of your teeth.

Now bite lightly on the mouthguard and press your tongue firmly against the end of the mouthguard directly behind the front teeth.

Use strong sucking movements to remove all the air and remaining water from the mouthguard - this is important to prevent the mouthguard from falling out during the boxing match.

Now press the mouthguard against the gums from both sides with your index finger and thumb and adjust it to your teeth. Don't take too much time moulding it, however, as the mouthguard will eventually cool down and won't fit as well.

When you have finished moulding, you can remove the mouthguard and hold it under cold water for about 30 seconds to maintain the fit.

If the mouthguard doesn't fit properly the first time, you can simply repeat the process. However, make sure that you don't overboil it, otherwise the mouthguard will shrink quite quickly.

Extra tip:

You can use scissors to remove any excess material that gets in the way and affects the fit. You should then deburr angular and sharp edges with a small file so that they don't cut into your flesh.

Our purchase recommendations:

For pupils, students and people with a smaller budget:

Leone tooth guard single

Leone Dental Protection Basic

For beginners and amateurs:

Leone mouthguard Top Guard

Venum Challenger Mouthguard

Advanced boxers and people with more budget:

Venum Predator Mouthguard

Leone mouthguard Breath

Custom fit mouthguard for moulding