Comparison Chart

Type
Level of Protection
Fit
Retention/Interference
Price
Stock Mouthguards Least-not considered acceptable as a facial protective device by dentists Uncomfortable, do not cover all of the teeth, must bite down while wearing to keep in place Poor/clenching effect causes interference with speech and breathing $1-$20
Boil and Bite Mouthguards Minimal-may become thin in area of bite, minimizing protection and coverage of all teeth Bulky, wearer attempts to form it to teeth with hot water, must bite down while wearing to keep in place Better/causes difficulty in speech and breathing $1-$40
Dentist/Laboratory Greatest-custom made for individual athletes teeth Excellent fit, comfortable Best/least interference with breathing and speech $75-$150
Athletic Mouthguards.com-National Dental Laboratory Greatest-custom made for individual athletes teeth Excellent fit, comfortable Best/least interference with breathing and speech $59.95
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