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PowerBite Mouthguard PROVIDING MAXIMUM PROTECTION WITH INCREASED ATHLETIC STRENGTH "An athletes strength will increase between 5-20% with the use of a PowerBite Mouthguard...using weightlifting as a measurement." John Witzig, D.D.S. - noted
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certain degree, but there should be more to it than just protecting the
teeth. What about protection against concussions, TMJ and neck
injuries? How about improving comfort and fit? Can it make
breathing easier? Can it increase a players strength and
endurance?
These are all added benefits that a PowerBite mouthguard from Johns Dental Laboratories can provide your patients. Protect teeth, TMJ, Neck and reduces concussions. The primary reason to get a custom fit mouthguard like the PowerBite is protection against concussions. Clinical studies preformed at Notre Dame University found that in addition to protecting the teeth, the custom mouthguard also provided protection from concussions and neck injuries. Occlusal coverage will cushion the forced occlusion of the teeth from a blow to the chin or lower jaw. The secondary reason is protection from neck injuries, and the third reason is protection from teeth related injuries. The PowerBite provides maximum Comfort and Fit. You can achieve a perfect fit by providing Johns Dental Laboratories with patient impressions. We will adapt the mouthguard to the contours of patients mouth for a lock in fit. In addition, the superior fit makes speaking and
breathing easier. The PowerBite is appealing to athletes that need
to speak during an athletic event, like a quarterback, a middle line
backer or even a point guard. During
what sports should a PowerBite Mouthguard be worn? Contact sports like football, hockey, boxing and karate are the obvious uses for mouthguards, but there are several other sports that aren't typically thought of that have a high percentage of injuries. Basketball, baseball, softball, wrestling and soccer are just a few. A custom-fit mouthguard is probably one of the least expensive and certainly the most important piece of equipment a player can wear. Remind your patients and parents that a small investment up front for mouth protection is better than the cost and pain of a serious injury later. Conduct your own test and see what results you get. Talk to players, coaches and athletic directors in your area and make one for them. Virtually
any muscle that is testable can show a depression of its maximum
strength when the jaw is not properly balanced. Furthermore, when
there is pain in the area of the joint itself, stress is likely to
decrease the amount of strength that a muscle can elicit. Ron
Backus, U.S. Olympic Shot-Putter, increases his strength 6% with a
PowerBite Mouthguard. |
The women's freshman basketball squad at St. Mary of the woods in Indiana took a break from practice to show off their custom PowerBite Mouthguards in matching team colors. Partnering up with local high schools and colleges is a great way to gain exposure in your community and can lead to many referrals. The PowerBite increases strength and
endurance. It has been a clinical observation for many years that patients with proper occlusions have a greater endurance and perform better than those with malocclusions. Imagine two wrestlers competing at the same age and weight, and one player performing with a PowerBite Mouthguard that could give him a 10% strength advantage.* This scenario has proven effective for professional football players, hockey players and Olympic wrestlers. Call Johns Dental for
a copy of the Power Bite Research File which includes tested strength
results from the Philadelphia Eagles Football Team. How
should the bite be taken? For best results, submerge Shur Wax in water heated to 139 F.
Fold the heated wax in half. Fold in half again.
Fold ends at an angle This should give you a minimum of three layers of wax. Have the athlete stand facing the dentist. Place the wax between the posterior teeth, so the anterior teeth are clear of wax. Have the athlete close slowly in the normal closure until 3mm of opening shows.
Remove wax from the mouth and place in cold water. send wax bite and models with prescription to Johns Dental. Note The six lower anterior teeth should not contact the upper mouthguard on a PowerBite mouthguard. |
A local dentist and certified dental assistant
The PowerBite allows for an increase in
Mouthguard colors
Please specify color choices and optional helmet strap
on your prescription. Select one of the dark colors above for
intimidation, or fit an entire team in their school colors for an
impressive look.
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