Upper
- Most prefer upper as they tend to be less obtrusive
- Do you have lower teeth braces, permanent retainer or dental issues?
How to choose
Your enCore Guard
1
Choose an upper or lower guard
Lower
- Lower guard less likely to induce a gag reflex
- Do you have upper teeth braces, a permanent retainer or dental condition?
2
Choose guard type based on how heavy you grind
Soft Guard
A more flexible and comfortable guard for light grinders. Not as durable as other guards.
Hybrid Guard
Combines durability of hard outer layer with comfort of soft inner layer. For moderate grinders.
Heavy Guard
A more rigid and durable guard for heavy grinders. Not as comfortable as other guards.
Compare Guards
Soft Guard
Soft and flexible single layer
High comfort
Low durability
2MM or 3MM thickness
NOT FOR serious bruxers...can encourage more clenching
Hybrid Guard
Combined hard and soft layers
High comfort
High durability
3MM thickness
NOT FOR those looking for a slim guard profile
Heavy Guard
Firm and rigid single layer
Low comfort
High durability
2MM or 3MM thickness
NOT FOR those with porcelain veneers
Soft Guard
Material
Soft and flexible single layer
Comfort level
High comfort
Durability level
Low durability
Thickness
2MM or 3MM thickness
NOT for
NOT FOR serious bruxers...can encourage more clenching
Hybrid Guard
Material
Combined hard and soft layers
Comfort level
High comfort
Durability level
High durability
Thickness
3MM thickness
NOT for
NOT FOR those looking for a slim guard profile
Heavy Guard
Material
Firm and rigid single layer
Comfort level
Low comfort
Durability level
High durability
Thickness
2MM or 3MM thickness
NOT for
NOT FOR those with porcelain veneers
