Digital model setup for fabricating mouthguards for the orthodontic patient: A cutting-edge report

Orthodontic patients should wear mouthguards during sports activities to protect orofacial structures. The proposed method successfully prepares a 3D-printed model with a buffer space, which can be used to fabricate an effective sports mouthguard. While familiarity with 3D-modelling software is required, this method can enhance mouthguard fabrication and minimise potential distortions inherent in traditional impression techniques using alginate or other materials.