OPRO Snap-Fit Gum Shield Review

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OPRO Snap-Fit Gum Shield:

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Manufacturer Product Info:

Introducing the Snap-Fit Mouthguard + Strap, brought to you by OPRO, the leading experts in dental mouthguard protection.

This Snap-Fit Mouthguard + Strap is quick and easy, with zero moulding or boiling required, this mouthguard provides optimal protection the second you take it out of the package.

The OPRO Snap-Fit Mouthguard + Strap is an ideal option for those looking for a back-up mouthguard, a spare to keep on hand for team members, or for sports that recommend but do not necessarily require dental protection.

Recommended Sports: All Sports

Available Sizes: Kids and Adult

Country of Origin: Unknown

Review:

The OPRO Snap-Fit mouthguard is a great idea but thats about as far as it goes. It is a great option to have a mouthguard as a backup that you don't have to boil-n-bite to fit but I wouldn't recommend this specific model. If you want this type of option, I would recommend the Shock Doctor Braces Strapless Mouthguard or the Shock Doctor Insta-Fit ( which may only come in youth size). The price for the Shock Doctor mouthguard is twice as much but the comfort is two times better.

The OPRO Snap-Fit is made out of a much harder material than the Shock Doctor mouthguard. Im not sure why they just didn't use the silicone material that Shock Doctor uses. It seems to me that the stiffness of this mouthguard my start to irritate your gums over time. It also wont stay in your mouth, so your teeth have to remain in a clenched position, which means you wont be able to communicate or breathe.

Pros + :

• Don't have to go through a fitting process to fit

• Comes in 8 color variations

Cons - :

• Uncomfortable, hard material

• Very small for an adult mouthguard

• Doesn't come with a carrying case

Amazon Customer Reviews: 3.9 out of 5 stars (154 reviews).

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Amazon Rank in Sports Mouthguards: #176

The Mouthguard Review rating systems below rates mouthguards from 1.0 star (being the worst) to 5.0 stars (being the best) I only recommend mouthguards that are ranked 4.0 and above.

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.