The design and construction of customised mouthpieces for subaqua diving.
Previous studies have shown that many subaqua divers suffer from temporomandibular joint dysfunction and related problems associated with the use of commercially available diving mouthpieces. This paper highlights factors which play a role in the development of these problems, defines essential features required in mouthpiece design and describes a technique for the construction of a fully customized mouthpiece.
Newton
J P
JP
Department of Dental Prosthetics and Gerontology, Dundee Dental Hospital and School, UK.
Hobson
R S
RS
Sturrock
K C
KC
D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004242:Diving / Q000293:injuries*; D004867:Equipment Design; D004864:Equipment and Supplies / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D009064:Mouth Protectors; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000293:injuries*; D012122:Ventilators, Mechanical / Q000009:adverse effects