Effects of aging on the dimensional stability of custom-made mouthguards.

Abstract

Aging induced various dimensional changes in mouthguards, depending on the materials and processing techniques used. Most of the dimensional change for all mouthguards occurred at the central incisor region, the most important area for the protection of the anterior teeth and the premaxilla. Pressure-laminated mouthguard specimens showed the smallest range of changes at the central incisor region, suggesting potentially improved fit, comfort, and protection.