The Wrightguard Review

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The WRIGHTGUARD:

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Manufacturer Product Info:

TWG X is the ultimate in protection and performance. TWG's sleek design allows for better comfort, speech and airway exchange. The one of a kind self-aligning system allows for a better fit, "custom feel" and correct jaw positioning in the TMJ complex. Correct jaw positioning allows for protection against tooth injury and jaw fracture. Proper jaw positioning also allows for better spinal alignment and unlocks the athlete's true performance by increasing balance, agility, strength and stamina.

Recommended Sports: All Sports

Available Sizes: Adult and Child Small, medium and large

Country of Origin: Unknown

Review:

The WRIGHTGUARD Mouthguard was designed by Michael Wright DDS in Bethesda, MD. He has made custom mouthguards for players in the National Football League.

The WRIGHTGUARD mouthguard is a very good boil-n-bite mouthguard but in this competitive market, this mouthguard just isn't as good as some of the other mouthguards I have reviewed. I don't want to say too many bad things about it because it really is a good mouthguard, its just not as good as others. If I had a Top 20 Mouthguards this mouthguard would definitely fit in that category.

The Wrightguard comes in small, medium and large for adults and children, which is a a really nice feature. Not many mouthguard companies offer this many sizes. You can also purchase this mouthguard in several color variations.

The mouthguard has an area that accepts a tether which really makes the mouthguard even more bulky. The bulky feeling causes you to drool. The bulkiness of the mouthguard also is a problem when you try to talk with it in place, you kind of slur your words, but who knows, maybe you can get used to this.

The mouthguard also comes in Youth and Adult sizes. If your not sure of what size to get check out my blog post "How To Choose The Right Mouthguard"

The Wrightguard doesn't come with a carrying case but you can purchase one through my Accessories page.

Pros + :

• Very tight custom like fit

• Available in several color variations

• Comes with a tether to strap to your helmet

• $20,000 Dental Warranty

Cons - :

• Bulky and large which may cause drooling for some people

• Hard to talk or communicate

• Doesn't cone with a carrying case

Amazon Customer Reviews: 5.0 out of 5 stars (1 Review).

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Amazon Rank in Sports Mouthguards: #2,380

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.

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.