Most fighters don’t think twice about their gumshield.
They grab a boil-and-bite off the shelf, chuck it in boiling water, and hope for the best.
But here’s the truth:
Your gumshield isn’t just a legal requirement.
It’s your first line of defence, your breathing assistant, your jaw stabiliser, and in some cases — your last protection before lights out.
If you’re serious about combat sports, you need to take your gumshield seriously too.
1. Your Brain Is on the Line
Let’s start with the obvious.
When you get punched, your jaw snaps shut. That impact can travel up into your skull. A poor-fitting gumshield? It does fuck all to absorb that shock.
A custom gumshield, on the other hand, is built to:
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Disperse impact properly
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Keep your jaw in a safer, more stable position
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Minimise concussion risk
It won’t make you invincible — but it will absolutely reduce damage over time. That’s not just smart; that’s long-term thinking.
2. Bad Fit = Bad Breathing = Bad Fighting
Ever tried to keep your hands up when you can’t breathe right?
The wrong gumshield messes with airflow, forces you to mouth-breathe, and makes you gas out quicker than you should. A custom fit means:
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You can breathe through your mouth and nose
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You talk clearer in the corner
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You stay sharper under pressure
Better breathing = better performance. Simple.
3. Confidence is a Weapon Too
When your shield fits perfectly, you forget it’s there.
No gag reflex. No slipping. No second-guessing. Just focus.
You fight more relaxed. More aggressive. More confident.
That’s the Forge difference — it doesn’t just protect. It makes you feel locked in, like you’ve already won the mental game before you touch gloves.
4. Looks Matter in This Game
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an amateur on the rise — when you walk into a gym or cage with a Forge shield, people notice.
Why?
Because it means you’re serious enough to invest in real kit.
It’s a status symbol, just like your gloves, your shorts, or the way you carry yourself.
Wearing Forge says:
“I’m not here to fuck around.”
Final Word
Your gumshield matters more than you think.
If you wouldn’t wear cheap gloves, don’t bite down on a cheap shield.
Whether it’s sparring, comp, or your first amateur fight — protect yourself like you plan to keep fighting for years.
Forge it. Wear it. Earn it.
Want the fit that feels like armour and hits like confidence?
Book your custom Forge gumshield today.
DM us or book your fitting now.
