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What is Antimicrobial and why should I include it?

By choosing to add antimicrobial protection you are inhibiting the growth of bacteria on your mouthguard and case by up to 99.99%. Both taste and odour free, the antimicrobial additive we use is proven to be effective even to antibiotic-resistant bac

At what age would I change from a junior to an adult mouthguard?

Our junior mouthguards are suitable for children up to age 10. When they reach the age of 10, we suggest that you use an adult mouthguard. It’s worth bearing in mind that children do grow at different rates, therefore a children’s mouthguard requirem

I wear temporary braces, so what's the best option for me?

If you wear a temporary brace, you should remove it when taking part in any sport and use one of our non-brace mouthguards.

I wear fixed braces, so what's the best option for me?

We have mouthguards suitable for individuals with fixed braces. They have been specially designed to fit around a fixed brace and still provide the same level of protection as the non-brace versions.

Should I be wearing the mouthguard to sleep?

Definitely not! Gum shields are not designed or intended to be worn at night. If you suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding), contact us about our specially-designed night guards.

I tried moulding my mouthguard but it still isn't the exact fit I want, can I boil it again?

Absolutely. Provided that you follow the moulding instructions carefully and do not leave your mouthguard in the hot water for longer than 20 seconds on each occasion, our mouthguards can be moulded multiple times.

What's the difference between single and double layer protection?

All OPRO Self-Fit gum shields are fully CE certified. This guarantees that every mouthguard meets the required standards for protection and retention. From mouthguard level Silver and upwards, a second layer has been added to provide even more retent

Are OPRO mouthguards CE and UKCA certified?

All OPRO Self-Fit gum shields are fully CE certified. This guarantees that every mouthguard meets the required standards for protection and retention. From mouthguard level Silver and upwards, a second layer has been added to provide even more retent

What material are OPRO mouthguards made from?

OPRO mouthguards are made from ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA).

Do OPRO Self-Fit mouthguards contain latex or BPA?

No, all of our mouthguards are free from latex, BPA, and phthalates.

How often should I replace my sports gumshield?

Using an old mouthguard is like wearing worn-out tires on your car – it compromises your safety. You wouldn't trust an amateur to maintain your car, but you would trust a dentist to ensure your teeth are protected with a properly fitting mouthguard.

What's the difference between the 3 Instant Custom Fit protection levels?

Are mouthguards poisonous?

No, they are not poisonous if ingested. We carry out what is called ‘chemical innocuousness testing’ on our products for the presence of phthalates and other potential nasties. All of our products pass these tests.