Best Mouthguards For Football
- Ken Mitchell
- Sep 18, 2021
- 6 min read
Updated: Feb 10
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If you're looking for a mouthguard for football, and the right mouthguard for your position, then you came to the right place. I am the expert when it comes to mouthguards. I have made custom mouthguards for over 15 years for Dentist's and athletes, I also have real world experience as an athlete myself, and all three of my children played sports growing up, I even have a son that plays college football.
A football mouthguard might be one the most important piece of equipment you purchase in the offseason. Not only will the right mouthguard protect you and possibly minimize the risk of a concussion, it may also improve your performance.
Not wearing a mouthguard can get really expensive not only in Football, but in any sport. If you are unfortunate to take a blow to the mouth while not wearing a mouthguard and actually loose a tooth, the average cost of replacing a tooth in the United States is about $3,000 to $10,000 or in some cases, more. The cost of any mouthguard, boil-n-bite or even a custom mouthguard only makes sense.
If you have braces your choices are more limited. Check out the Top Mouthguards section for my top rated braces mouthguards.
With so many choices on the market today, its nearly impossible for someone who doesn't know anything about mouthguards to choose the correct one. Thats where I come in. I will break down every position in football and then recommend the best mouthguard for that position.
Even though these mouthguards make the "Best" list, make sure you check out the complete review on my Reviews page
BEST MOUTHGUARDS FOR FOOTBALL (BY POSITION)
Quarterback/ Punters/ Kickers: This is a position that doesnt require maximum protection but it does require maximum communication. Not only are these mouthguards thin, they provide maximum protection.
*Check with your league or organization before buying any mouthguard. Some teams, leagues, organizations and clubs have specific requirements.
* BATTLE Sports Ultra-Slim
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* SISU Next Gen Max Buy Now
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* Shock Doctor SuperFit
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* Game On Buy Now
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* NXTRND Zero Buy Now
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* SISU 3D Buy Now
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* Under Armour PowerFit
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* Guard Lab APEX Lite Buy Now
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* Shock Doctor Ultra-Slim Microfit
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* Game On AIRWAAV Buy Now
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* Under Armour Micro Slim
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* PowerPlus Buy Now
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* SISU Aero Buy Now
TOP CHOICE
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Offensive Line/ Defensive Line/ Linebackers/ Tight Ends/ Running Backs/ Defensive Backs/. Wide Receivers/ Defensive Backs : These positions require a little more protection. All of these mouthguards fit like "custom" mouthguards. Because of their tight fit, you will be able to breathe and concentrate on the game.
*Check with your league or organization before buying any mouthguard. Some teams, leagues, organizations and clubs have specific requirements.
TOP CHOICE
*Game On Buy Now
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*Guard Lab APEX Lite Buy Now
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*Shield Sports Double Density
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*SAFEJAWZ Slim Fit Buy Now
*Shock Doctor Gel Max Buy Now
* BATTLE Sports Ultra-Fit
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*NXTRND Rush Buy Now
* Under Armour ArmourFit
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* Damage Control Grip Guard
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* Shield Sports Triple Density
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* OPRO Silver Buy Now
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* Oral Mart Buy Now
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*The Wrightguard Buy Now
*Venum Challenger Buy Now
*GILBERT Virtuo Dual Density
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* Coollo Sports Buy Now
* Lo-Bloo Buy Now
* Makura Ignis Pro Buy Now
* SafeTGard AIR Buy Now
*BulletProof Standard Buy Now amazon.com
Wide Receivers/ Running Backs/ Tight Ends/ Linebackers: Lip Guards are called many different things by everyone. some people call them Lip Protectors, Pacifier Mouthguards or even Binky Mouthguards. These types of mouthguards provide maximum air intake for better performance on the field. They also don't require any fitting, you just pop them in and start competing. The GO2 and BATTLE lip guards can also be worn with braces.
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* BATTLE Sports Oxygen
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* Shock Doctor Max Airflow
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* Under Armour Buy Now
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* NXTRND One Buy Now
* Coollo Sports Buy Now
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* Soldier Sports Buy Now
* NIKE Hyperflow Buy Now
* Damage Control Buy Now
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* Markwort Vettex Doubleguard
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* Ginyia Buy Now
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* GY Pro Buy Now
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HOW I (The Author) TEST MOUTHGUARDS & WHY I CAN BE TRUSTED
My name is Ken Mitchell. I Have been fabricating custom mouthguards for more than 15 years and have been a dental technician for over 20 years. I also, have owned my own dental laboratory for over 20 years.
Besides having work experience with mouthguards, I know first hand the importance of mouthguards in the sports world. I have played several sports throughout my life at the hight school level, including basketball, football, baseball and beach volleyball. I am also a father to two sons and a daughter who have played Soccer, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Lacrosse and Baseball ever since they were in the first grade. From time to time I have used my children to test mouthguards to get a first-hand, real-world experience with custom mouthguards and store bought mouthguards.
I search for every mouthguard on the market. Then, I purchase (with my own funds) every mouthguard I review through places like Amazon, eBay or directly from the manufacturer, just like you would, then evaluate every mouthguard based on my expert opinion. I also comb the internet to find other reviews on durability to develop a better understanding of specific mouthguards pros and cons over an extended period of time.
Every mouthguard I review, is fitted and examined by me. The only time a mouthguard is fitted by another person besides me, would be my son, who plays college football. I use him mainly to fit and use mouthguards for weight training and football.
When I review a mouthguard it must pass certain criteria to rank in my top 10.
FIT- I believe this is the most important factor in evaluating a mouthguard, because without a tight fit, all of the other criteria can be thrown out the window. When wearing a mouthguard you shouldn't have to clench your teeth to stop the mouthguard from falling out. It should fit as tight as possible.
Comfort- Comfort goes hand in hand with the fit, if the the mouthguard is comfortable you wont get distracted by focusing on your mouthguard, instead you will be focused on the game and perform at your highest level.
Protection/Tooth Coverage- With advancement in materials, mouthguards that are thick, aren't necessarily more protective than thinner mouthguards. Brands like SISU and Game On, provide thinner mouthguards that are 40-100% stronger than EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) that is used by most mouthguard manufacturers. A proper fitting mouthguard should cover at least your first molars to provide adequate protection. A mouthguard shouldn't extend past your second molar because it could trigger the gag reflex. Also, your mouthguard should cover your gums or the roots of your teeth.
Sport- Almost every mouthguard on the market is made for use in multiple sports but there are a few mouthguards that are designed for weight training or exercising. I will break down which sport each mouthguard is better for.
Design- I examine the color variations available and the overall design of the mouthguard, the bells and whistles if you will.
Fitting process- Most boil-n-bite mouthguards are fitted with the same process, although some fitting processes are more uncomfortable than others.
Remember to always take into consideration that every mouthguard may not suit your specific requirements. Each person is different and everyone's mouth is unique to that person. The Mouthguard Review can only evaluate the initial fit of a mouthguard and only "real world" use can show long term durability and other design flaws.
*The Mouthguard Review has no connection to any mouthguard manufacturer and has no financial incentive to rate any brand over another. All of the reviews are written and performed by one person and are 100% unbiased.
THE MATERIALS AND INFORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE HAVE BEEN PREPARED OR ASSEMBLED BY THE MOUTHGUARD REVIEW AND ARE INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADVICE FROM A LICENSED HEALTH-CAR PROFESSIONAL. YOU SHOULD NOT RELY SOLELY ON THIS CONTENT, AND THE MOUTHGUARD REVIEW ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR INACCURACIES. ALWAYS READ LABELS AND DIRECTIONS BEFORE USING A PRODUCT. SOME OF THE INFORMATION MAY BE DATED AND MAY NOT REFLECT THE MOST CURRENT EVENTS. I WROTE THIS ARTICLE MYSELF AND IT EXPRESSES MY OWN OPINIONS.
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