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Underwater orthodontics.

C M Jones¹, J Graham

¹Department of Conservative Dentistry, Dental School, Glasgow.

British Journal of Orthodontics

|November 1, 1990

Summary

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A scuba diver with orthodontic braces could not use standard mouthpieces. A custom-designed mouthpiece provided a simple solution, enabling the diver to safely resume scuba diving activities.

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Area of Science:

Diving Medicine
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

Standard scuba diving mouthpieces can be incompatible with fixed orthodontic appliances.
This incompatibility poses a challenge for individuals with orthodontic treatment seeking to participate in recreational or professional diving.

Observation:

A scuba diver wearing a fixed orthodontic appliance experienced difficulty using a standard commercial mouthpiece.
The diver's ability to scuba dive was compromised by the incompatibility of the dental hardware and the mouthpiece.

Findings:

A customized mouthpiece was designed and manufactured to address the diver's specific needs.
The custom mouthpiece successfully resolved the issue, allowing the diver to use scuba equipment comfortably and safely.

Implications:

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Customized oral appliances can enhance accessibility to recreational activities for individuals with orthodontic devices.
This case highlights the potential for simple, bespoke solutions in addressing challenges faced by divers with specific physiological needs.
Further development in adaptive diving equipment could benefit a wider range of users.