How to Create a Design for a Mouthguard

The use of mouthguard in combat sports is highly required because it protects participating athletes from lip lacerations. There are several types of mouthguards available for athletes to use when engaging in dangerous, high impact sports. Stock mouthguards are the most simple type and are readily available from sporting goods outlets. Mouth formed, or bite guards are the second type, which are heated and promptly worn by the athlete for proper dentition to transpire. The custom made ones are the more complex type of mouthguard. A simple kit of this type costs about $150.

Instructions

    • 1

      Pick the style and color for your mouthguard. You can choose to have a strapped or strapless mouthguard. It can also be for your upper or lower jaw.

    • 2

      Choose a color for your mouthguard's coreshock layer.

    • 3

      Select a color for your mouthguard's kraton layer to match the color you chose for the coreshock layer. Some athletes choose the colors of their country's flag.

    • 4

      Personalize your mouthguard by adding words on each side. It could be your first and last name or your alias. For example, "Manny Pacquiao" or "The Pacman."