Rugby mouthguard sale

Step-by-step thermoforming your gum shield

A thermoformable gum shield can be moulded at home in just a few minutes. You dip it in very hot water for the time indicated by the brand, shake it, then place it on the upper arch by biting down firmly and sucking to get rid of the air, without chewing. Use your fingers to press your cheeks and lips to mould the gum against your teeth, before cooling it all in cold water. When it's well moulded, it stays in place without clenching your teeth and allows you to talk and breathe. Be sure to stick to the soaking time: if the gum is too hot, it will become overly soft and lose the thickness that protects the incisors.

Other equipment

The sales also include:

• Helmets.
• Shoulder pads.
• Protective shorts.
• Balls.

All the equipment sales can be found on the equipment sales page.

Gum shields for braces: Double Braces and Xbrace

A player with braces should not thermoform a standard gum shield, as it would harden around the appliance. The Shock Doctor Double Braces, made of medical-grade silicone, covers both arches and features a channel that accommodates the braces; it can be used without moulding and adjusts as the teeth shift, without needing to be refitted after each orthodontist appointment. The Gilbert Xbrace, with dual density, protects the upper arch with a channel for the braces and a soft inner layer, plus a breathing passage. Both models prevent cuts to the lips and cheeks, which are common when an appliance takes a hit.

Which gum shield for a child

A child needs a junior-sized gum shield: an adult model, which is too long, can cause gagging and end up in their pocket. The simple Tremblay, the Makura Toka child or the gel gum shield Essimo mould like adult models, with the help of a parent. Between the ages of six and twelve, baby teeth fall out and permanent ones come in: the protection needs to be remoulded or replaced as soon as it no longer stays in place by itself. A bright colour helps the coach quickly check that it is being worn correctly. Sales make it easier to keep a spare on hand for the day when the first one is left in the locker room.

Other good deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, stock clearance, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The key events of the year follow a steady order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, and then the summer sales and back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Is a gum shield mandatory in rugby?

World Rugby rules strongly recommend it, and some federations or competitions require it in tackle categories. The easiest way is to check your club's and league's regulations before the season starts.

How to clean a gum shield?

After each use, rinse it in cold water, gently brush it with mild soap or a cleaning tablet, and then let it dry in an airy box. Hot water and sunlight can distort it.

Rugby or boxing gum shield: what's the difference?

A simple gum shield, for the upper arch, works for both sports. Double models, popular in combat sports, also cover the lower arch but make it harder to talk and breathe, which are essential in rugby.

When should you change your gum shield?

As soon as it has holes, chewed edges, or no longer stays in place by itself. An adult usually replaces it every competition year, while a child does so more often, in line with their dental growth.

Is a custom gum shield better?

Made by a dentist from a mould, it offers the most precise fit and suitable thickness. However, a well-moulded thermoformable model still provides effective protection and is easier to replace for young players.