20.500.12556/RUL-188174 Razvoj in uporabnost športnih ščitnikov za zobe diplomsko delo The development and usefulness of sport mouthguards diploma work Uvod: Športni ščitniki za zobe predstavljajo pomemben del zaščitne opreme pri številnih kontaktnih športih, saj močno zmanjšujejo tveganje za poškodbe zob, obzobnih tkiv in v nekaterih primerih tudi kosti glave. Od prvih preprostih modelov, izdelanih iz osnovnih materialov, so se ščitniki izpopolnili v napredne pripomočke, ki omogočajo individualno prileganje, veliko stopnjo udobnosti in boljšo absorpcijo udarcev. V sodobnem športu predstavljajo pomemben del preventive, ki športnikom omogoča varnejše izvajanje aktivnosti in zmanjšuje posledice nezaželenih udarcev. Namen: Namen dela je predstaviti zgodovinski razvoj športnih ščitnikov za zobe, njihov pomen pri zaščiti zob ter prednosti in omejitve posameznih vrst. Omenjamo, kako pomembno je sodelovanje športnikov, trenerjev in zdravstvenih strokovnjakov pri izbiri in pravilni uporabi zaščite za ustno votlino. Izdelali smo individualno prilagojen profesionalni športni ščitnik za zobe in opisali postopke izdelave. Metode dela: Diplomsko delo smo začeli s pregledom literature o športnih ščitnikih za zobe, pri čemer smo uporabili vire v angleščini. Literaturo smo iskali na platformah Google Scholar, PubMed in COBISS, starost literature pa je bila omejena na zadnjih 10 let. Zaradi zgodovinske relevantnosti smo uporabili tudi nekaj starejših člankov. Postopke izdelave izdelka smo dokumentirali s telefonom iPhone 15. Rezultati: Opisali smo postopek izdelave individualno izdelanega profesionalnega ščitnika za zobe. Izdelali smo ga v laboratoriju na Stomatološki kliniki v Ljubljani. Postopek izdelave smo tudi slikovno predstavili. Razprava in zaključek: Analiza literature in izdelava lastnega izdelka sta potrdila, da lahko že z razmeroma preprostimi postopki dosežemo dobro prileganje in funkcionalnost, kar poveča verjetnost redne uporabe. Kljub temu med športniki še vedno obstajajo dvomi o udobju in vplivu na dihanje. Ugotovili smo, da pravilno izbran in natančno izdelan ščitnik izrazito zmanjša tveganje za poškodbe in pripomore k večji varnosti med športnimi aktivnostmi. Nadaljnji razvoj materialov in večja ozaveščenost uporabnikov bosta ključna za še boljšo zaščito in širšo uporabo v prihodnosti. Introduction: Mouthguards represent an important part of protective equipment in many contact sports, as they significantly reduce the risk of injuries to the teeth, periodontal tissues, and, in some cases, even the bones of the head. From the first simple models made of basic materials, modern mouthguards have evolved into advanced tools that allow individualized fit, a high level of comfort, and improved shock absorption. In contemporary sports, they play a key preventive role, enabling athletes to participate more safely and reducing the consequences of unwanted impacts. Purpose: The purpose of this work is to present the historical development of sports mouthguards, their importance in protecting the teeth, and the advantages and limitations of different types. We will highlight the importance of cooperation between athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals in selecting and correctly using oral protection. Furthermore, we will fabricate an individually adapted professional sports mouthguard and describe the procedures involved in its production. Methods: We began the thesis with a literature review on sports mouthguards, using English sources. The literature was searched through platforms such as Google Scholar, PubMed, and COBISS, with most sources limited to the last ten years. Due to their relevance and historical value, several older articles were also included. The procedures for fabricating the mouthguard were documented using an iPhone 15 smartphone. Results: We described the procedure for fabricating an individually adapted professional sports mouthguard, which was produced in the laboratory of the Dental Clinic in Ljubljana. The entire process was documented, described, and visually presented. Discussion and conclusion: The literature analysis and the fabrication of our own product confirmed that even relatively simple procedures can achieve good fit and functionality, which increases the likelihood of regular use. Nevertheless, athletes still have concerns regarding comfort and the impact on breathing. We found that a properly selected and precisely fabricated mouthguard significantly reduces the risk of injuries and contributes to greater safety during sports activities. Further development of materials and increased awareness among users will be crucial for even better protection and wider use in the future. diplomska dela laboratorijska zobna protetika športni ščitnik za zobe poškodbe ustne votline material EVA preventiva v športu diploma theses laboratory dental prosthetics mouthguard oral injuries EVA material sports prevention true false false [J. 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