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Old 03-02-2009 | 06:03 PM
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Ive just got a mouth guard that I need to use shortly, but when ever I put it in I gag like im going to be sick Any tips on stopping this?
Ive tried trimming it down, but its got a minging rubbery taste thats causing it I think? Its a shockdoctor one.
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:05 PM
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mine does that awell, you just have to get used to it

its the ends on the roof of my mouth that makes me wanna gag,, guess i would be shite at deep throating pmsl
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:07 PM
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is it custom made?? might be slightly wrong size for you.
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:11 PM
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Not sure mate, but if you do find a way to stop the gag reflex be sure to let us all know. Will stop the better half moaning
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:34 PM
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if its the taste, rub toothpaste in to it, or soak it in mouth wash, i used to do that!
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by l0ubie
if its the taste, rub toothpaste in to it, or soak it in mouth wash, i used to do that!

Old 03-02-2009 | 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by miller3

the mouth shield!
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by l0ubie
the mouth shield!

ahh!
Old 03-02-2009 | 06:58 PM
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PMSL
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Originally Posted by purple_fiesta
Ive just got a mouth guard that I need to use shortly, but when ever I put it in I gag like im going to be sick Any tips on stopping this?
Ive tried trimming it down, but its got a minging rubbery taste thats causing it I think? Its a shockdoctor one.
i get mine made at the dentist and have never had a problem those shock doctors are shit if i have ever used a standard one then i found reebok to be the best in my opinion
Old 03-02-2009 | 10:57 PM
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my wife would also like the answer to this although she dont ware a mouthpiece
Old 04-02-2009 | 08:03 AM
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cheers guys!
Old 04-02-2009 | 10:41 AM
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I had to use one of these shock doctor ones for a little while, as i lost my proper one and had the same problem, all i did was trim a bit off the back and on the verticle inside bit at the back trimed it so it doesnt go as far up the gums
Old 04-02-2009 | 11:17 AM
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i had a custom made one from the dentist that i trimmed to make it fit better around the gums

it also had a bit of a sour taste to it so i left it overnight in a tub of water with a touch of mouthwash in and over the next few days it was minty
Old 04-02-2009 | 12:30 PM
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Which type is it exactly?
The v2 and gelmax youve just got trim away as i find theres to much gel gets sqeezed to the back when you bite down. I use the old v1.5 or the pro, both without gel and they fit great. If that fails might be worth trying the gravity gaurd, fits onto the bottom and restricts breathing far less.
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