Citation

Mekayarajjananonth T, Winkler S, Wongthai P. J. Prosthet. Dent. 1999; 82(6): 627-630.

Affiliation

Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, New Orleans, LA, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, Mosby-Year Book)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10588796

Abstract

Mouth guards worn during contact sports have been shown to provide considerable protection against traumatic injuries to the teeth and supporting structures. Of the 3 types available, the custom-made mouth guard is considered superior to stock and mouth-formed mouth guards. The procedure for making a special mouth guard designed for protection and comfort is described.

Language: en