The customized sports splint is used to protect the teeth, gums and jaw bones during sporting activities. It is specially adapted to the patient’s anatomy and ensures optimum wearing comfort and maximum safety.
The sports splint minimizes the risk of tooth fractures, dislocations or injuries in the mouth area that can be caused by direct blows or impacts.
Performance steps:
Handover and instruction: Instruction in the handling, care and storage of the sports splint.
Medical history and consultation: clarification of individual needs, type of sport and risk profiles.
Impression: Precise impression of the rows of teeth for the precise fabrication of the splint.
Model fabrication: Fabrication of a model based on the impression.
Production: Production of the splint from biocompatible material, adapted to the specific requirements (e.g. degree of hardness and thickness).
Fitting: Fine-tuning and checking the fit in the patient’s mouth.
Advantages:
- Tailored fit for high wearing comfort.
- Effective protection against tooth and jaw injuries.
- Durability and reusability with correct care.
- Suitable for various sports (e.g. martial arts, basketball, soccer).
Recommendation:
The sports splint should be checked regularly for fit and condition, especially for young patients during growth.
