Mouth Guards

Mouth Guards: Essential Protection in Combat Sports and Martial Arts

At RoninWear, we offer a wide selection of mouth guards for boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA, Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, and many other combat sports.

A good mouth guard is a minimal investment to protect your dental health, jaw, and lips from impacts, preventing serious injuries and costly treatments.

Why Is a Mouth Guard Essential?

The mouth guard is a fundamental piece of safety equipment, just as important as a boxing helmet. Its use is vital in fights, training, and sparring alike.

In addition to protecting your teeth and gums from direct hits, it helps keep your jaw firm, preventing fractures and concussions.

Over time, wearing one also helps you adapt to breathing with your mouth closed under fatigue — a crucial factor in performance.

Types of Mouth Guards: Single, Double, and Sizes

There are mainly two types of mouth guards:

• Single mouth guards: The most popular and comfortable option. They fit over the upper teeth, making breathing easier and allowing you to talk and even drink water.
• Double mouth guards: They protect both the upper and lower jaw, keeping it more fixed. While they offer greater protection, they can be more uncomfortable and make breathing harder, so they're usually chosen by professionals or in very high-impact situations.

In terms of size, there are mouth guards for kids (generally up to age 10 or 12) and mouth guards for adults.

Most mouth guards are moldable to the shape of your teeth for a perfect fit.

How to Mold Your Moldable Mouth Guard

Moldable gel mouth guards adapt to your mouth for a personalized, secure fit. The process is simple, though it's vital to follow the specific instructions from each manufacturer, as times may vary. Generally, the steps are:

1. Boil water in a pot.
2. Prepare a separate container with room-temperature water (neither cold nor hot).
3. Place the mouth guard in the boiling water for the indicated time (e.g. 20–30 seconds).
4. Remove the mouth guard and place it in the cold water for a few seconds (e.g. 5–10 seconds).
5. Place it in your mouth, bite down firmly, and press your teeth from back to front with your fingers — on the outside and inside (palate and gums) — so it molds to your shape.
6. Submerge the mouth guard in cold water again for about 30 seconds to set it.

If the fit isn't perfect, you can repeat the process, but we recommend following the instructions included with the mouth guard you chose so everything goes right the first time.
And of course, if you have any questions about this process, just ask us.

Maintenance and Trusted Brands at RoninWear

To extend the life of your mouth guard, rinse it with warm water after each use and occasionally soak it in alcohol-free mouthwash to eliminate bacteria.
Store it in its ventilated case without bending it, and avoid exposing it to heat or direct sunlight to prevent deformation.

At RoninWear you'll find everything from budget-friendly mouth guards that don't compromise on safety to premium options, with specialized brands like SafeJawz, Shock Doctor and Opro that meet the highest quality and safety standards.

Beyond their functionality, the mouth guard has become a symbol of individuality.

Brands like SafeJawz offer models with innovative designs — like vampire fangs or shark teeth, or two-tone and flag-themed mouth guards — letting you express your style in combat. And Opro holds the official UFC license, so you can wear a mouth guard featuring the official logo of the most powerful organization in MMA.

At RoninWear, we have the perfect mouth guard for you.

Protect your teeth with the best brands and enjoy practicing your favorite sport safely.