Sports Dentistry: ASD Hands-On Custom Mouthguard Fabrication

Beginning with a brief lecture by Dr. Wayne Nakamura, participants will learn the history, evolution and types of athletic mouthguards currently available today. This class will provide a good understanding on the differences and advantages of custom laminated pressure-formed mouthguards, and why the Academy for Sports Dentistry recommends their use over other types of mouthguards.

Following Dr. Nakamura’s presentation, several Academy for Sports Dentistry members, led by Dr. Nakamura, will assist the participants in the fabrication of a custom pressure laminated mouthguard and demonstrate how easily this mouthguard can be made using a provided model and pressure forming machine.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the advantages of pressure-formed laminated mouthguards over other types of mouthguards; List design techniques to offer maximum mouthguard protection with ideal athlete comfort; Demonstrate the proper steps for a properly fitted mouthguard