Frequently Asked Questions
The difference is the method by which the guard is crafted and fit for the mouth. A boil-and-bite is a one-size-fits-all guard. This is made from a stock form and molded by biting and sucking on the guard after heating it. Both protection and comfort are compromised by a boil-and-bite mouthguard. A custom mouthguard is made from a direct impression of your mouth for an intimate fit. And made layer by layer in a heat and pressure laminate process specifically for your sport and preferences.
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Once your online order is placed, your Gladiator Self Impression Kit will be shipped. Your kit includes two attempts to take an impression of your upper teeth. You will use the return mailer to return the completed impressions. Once received, your Gladiator is produced in 3-6 business days and shipped to you (Aug-Oct manufacturing time may vary).
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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. Use our interactive selection app to help you choose or shop by sport for the best options.
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Gladiator Custom Mouthguards are made from EVA materials that are BPA free and nontoxic.
Gladiator Dental Health Products are made from EVA, acrylic and lightweight plastic materials that are BPA free and nontoxic.
Thickness will vary based on the style you select ranging from 2.5-6mm thick. Thickness varies to provide sport-specific protection and accommodate your personal preference. Use our interactive selection app to help you choose or shop by sport for the best options.
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Yes! The Pro style is our Gladiator style suited for athletes with braces. This can be built with our Ortho-Channel, a special adaptation just for braces. The Gladiator Pro for braces fits over the brackets and wires without inhibiting orthodontic treatment or alignment.
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Yes, we can make most of our styles for the lower teeth upon request. Please email the Customer Service Team customerservice@gladiatorguards.com for details.
This will vary for each different athlete, but the impression will typically last for 2 years when under the age of 14. For youth athletes with mixed dentition (some baby teeth) the guard is designed to accommodate for tooth loss or new tooth growth to get the most out of your Gladiator.
Gladiator welcomes orders with any existing stone or 3D printed model. We can also use already completed impressions or scans. Please email the Customer Service Team customerservice@gladiatorguards.com with images of your existing model or impressions to find out if you are eligible for discounts.
Yes. A Gladiator can accommodate missing teeth and a guard can be made for athletes with no teeth at all. Please email the Customer Service Team customerservice@gladiatorguards.com if you are missing 5 or more teeth for the best options for you.
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Yes. International shipping can be selected on the shopping cart page before completing your order.
Gladiator offers a 20% actively deployed military discount. Mouthguard for military personnel only (must ship to APO/FPO address).
Gladiator ships enough material for two attempts at your impression. Should there be any issues with your impression, please email the Customer Service Team customerservice@gladiatorguards.com with images for evaluation.
Once the completed impressions are received, production time is 3-6 business days (Aug-Oct manufacturing time may vary). Reorder Gladiators are produced in only 2-5 business days.
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The longevity of your guard will depend on the amount of use and care of your Gladiator. Your Gladiator can last multiple seasons. But, we do recommend replacing your Gladiator yearly for safety and sanitary reasons.
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Here are some simple rules for cleaning your mouthguard:
- Rinse your mouthguard with water before and after each use
- Only clean it with a denture cleaner or an effervescent cleaner
- Never use toothpaste, a toothbrush or mouthwash to clean it — they cause damage
- Keep your mouthguard in its case and clean the case often
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Each Gladiator Custom Mouthguard is backed by our Compliance Guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship in the Gladiator. Should you have any issues, please contact the Customer Service Team customerservice@gladiatorguards.com and your mouthguard will be adjusted.
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Gladiator has Lifetime Digital Impression Storage for all orders including international orders. All reorders from your stored impression are eligible for our reorder discounted pricing, up to 50% off!
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All reorders are placed online. All discounted pricing is already applied to the reorder products. Once your online reorder has been processed, production will begin right away.
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