Don’t Skimp On Protection: Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Mouthguards
When it comes to purchasing athletic equipment, you want to spend your money wisely, especially when you have multiple pieces of gear you need to buy. But there is one area you certainly shouldn’t skimp on: facial protection. So what’s the difference between a $7 mouthguard and one that costs $50? Quite a bit, actually. […]
Athletic Equipment: What Are You Really Giving Your Athletes?
When it comes to purchasing athletic equipment, you want to spend your money wisely, especially when you have multiple pieces of gear you need to buy. But there is one area you certainly shouldn’t skimp on: facial protection. Yet, mouthguards aren’t typically an athlete’s favorite piece of athletic equipment. You may notice that your players […]
Inspecting Your Impression: 4 Details To Look For
Congratulations, you’re the proud new owner of a Gladiator custom mouthguard! In order to give you the best possible protection and comfort available, you first must make an impression of your teeth. While the thought of taking an impression may be intimidating — as it is an important process — rest assured it is a […]
Why Custom Mouthguards Are The Only Choice For Your Child’s Braces
Your child’s braces are an expensive and important long-term investment, so it’s obviously important that they stay safe. That’s especially true if you have a young athlete. Athletics doesn’t just increase the chance of your child suffering an orofacial injury — an injury to the mouth or face — but also the chance of their […]
Which Sports Actually Need Mouthguards? The Answer May Surprise You
Which sports do you actually need a mouthguard for? Think about it; contact sports like football and hockey feature helmets and facemasks, while non-contact sports such as soccer and basketball don’t necessarily require players to wear a mouthguard. So really, only combat sports like boxing and MMA should truly need mouthguards, right? Wrong. Sure, the […]
Athletic Trainers And Coaches: Are Your Mouthguard Needs Being Met?
When buying athletic equipment for your players, it’s obviously important to meet their needs. That means making sure their gear is the right size, offers the proper protection and features the appropriate colors and/or logos. So where do your needs fit in, as a coach or athletic trainer? When it comes to purchasing equipment like […]
Combat Sports: How To Choose The Right Mouthguard For Your Protection
Choosing a mouthguard for your combat sport is an important, yet potentially overwhelming experience. With most combat sports lacking any type of full facial protection — whether it be a face cage or shield — finding the right mouthguard is essential. Are you striking or rolling? Are you doing both? Do you need a mouthguard […]
Sports Families: 5 Helpful Tips For Better Time Management
Time flies when you are working hard and having fun. And that’s precisely what sports families do each and every day. When your kids play youth sports, proper time management skills become a requirement. Between practices, team meetings, travel games, school, homework, work, sleep, etc. — you get the point — you’ve got a lot […]
Clear Communication: How Mouthguards Help Determine Your Team’s Success
Much like most aspects of life, communication is paramount to being successful in athletics. Whether it’s communication between coaches and players, or teammates on the field, court, pitch or ice, being able to clearly speak and hear each other is a major key for success. Coaches and team leaders spend painstaking hours getting their athletes […]
Pay For Play: Why Do Custom Mouthguards Cost More Than Other Choices?
When it comes to purchasing athletic equipment, you want to spend your money wisely, especially when you have multiple pieces of gear you need to buy. But there is one area you certainly shouldn’t skimp on: facial protection. Did you know that athletes have a 33-56% chance of receiving an orofacial injury — an injury […]
Mouthguard Of The Future: Innovating Advanced Comfort And Protection
When it comes to mouthguards, athletes commonly have three complaints: They are uncomfortable to wear They make it hard to breathe or speak They are too easily chewed up and destroyed More than any other piece of gear, mouthguards seem to be mistreated the most — players often “forget” them in their locker or gym […]
Custom Mouthguard: Make A New Year’s Resolution That You Can Actually Keep
It’s a new year, and that’s means one thing: New Year’s resolutions! While most people choose to make ambitious life changes that they’re unlikely to keep for the new year, why not shoot for something a little more obtainable — like a new mouthguard! After all, both the American Dental Association and the Academy for […]
Everything You’ve Wanted To Know About Mouthguards, But Were Afraid To Ask
You’ve got mouthguard questions. We’ve got mouthguard answers: 1. How Do I Choose The Right Mouthguard? The right mouthguard for you actually depends on the sport you play. Each sport demands a different level of protection, and some sports and leagues even have specific mouthguard rules and requirements. Oftentimes, the proper mouthguard for your sport […]
Breaking News: There’s A Mouthguard Your Athletes Will Actually Love!
Let’s be honest, mouthguards aren’t typically an athlete’s favorite piece of athletic equipment. You may notice that your players “forget” them in their locker or gym bag or they flat out just lose them altogether. More than any other piece of gear, mouthguards seem to be mistreated the most — from being chewed up and […]
Mouthguards: Do You Know The Difference Between Your Choices?
With so much to think about preparing for a game, the last thing on your mind is your protective gear — especially a piece of equipment as seemingly insignificant as a mouthguard. Sure, there are plenty of mouthguard options, but they’re all basically the same, right? The $15 one can’t be that much different from […]
Mouthguard Buyer’s Guide: How To Choose The Mouthguard That’s Right For You
When it comes to purchasing a mouthguard, there are many different options — from types and styles to the design, material and special features. For a small piece of equipment, mouthguard choices have become very complicated. But that’s simply because mouthguards are an essential component of player protection. While the options and choices may seem […]
How Do Coaches And Athletic Trainers Benefit From Custom Mouthguards?
When it comes to mouthguards, there’s no doubt that a properly fitting, custom mouthguard benefits your athletes. But did you know that those custom mouthguards provide you and your team advantages too? It’s true! Here are four ways you benefit from giving your players custom mouthguards: 1. Less Injuries, More Availability In sports, the best […]
It’s Not Just Logos: What Makes A Custom Mouthguard “Custom”
In a world of infinite options and choices for nearly everything that you own, it would be easy to assume that the “custom” part of a custom mouthguard refers to the personalized logos, colors and text you’re able to add to your mouthguard. While full personalization makes your mouthguard a valuable and unique piece of […]
Protective Equipment: How Long Should Your Mouthguard Last?
Like all athletic equipment, mouthguards take some wear and tear over the course of a long season. And because the mouth is an especially harsh environment, your mouthguard may take even more of a beating than things like shoulder pads or your helmet. The question is, how long does your mouthguard last? Should you replace […]
Protect Your Protection: How To Properly Clean Your Mouthguard
It shouldn’t come as a surprise, but your mouthguard gets fairly dirty. After all, it does mostly reside in your mouth — and we know that isn’t the cleanest environment. Your mouthguard is a great place for any food or bacteria stuck in your teeth to end up. And that may be detrimental to your […]
Recent Posts
- Don’t Skimp On Protection: Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Mouthguards
- Athletic Equipment: What Are You Really Giving Your Athletes?
- Inspecting Your Impression: 4 Details To Look For
- Why Custom Mouthguards Are The Only Choice For Your Child’s Braces
- Which Sports Actually Need Mouthguards? The Answer May Surprise You