It would be easy to take for granted what an important piece of scuba diving equipment and part of your whole diving set up your scuba mouthpiece is. We are firm believers that if you want to have an enjoyable time under the water, you need to be comfortable and if there is one thing that will hinder how good your dive is, it’s jaw fatigue. Talking about being comfortable.. make sure you protect your fingers with the best diving gloves.
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Top 10 Best Scuba Mouthpieces
If you are new to diving or are just looking for a better mouthpiece, you’ve come to the right place. We have scoured the market for the best available and highlighted 10 below.
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Before we look at those products, though, we felt it was a good idea to discuss the different types of mouthpieces and what you can expect from each.
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1. SeaCure X Type Mouthpiece
The first mouthpiece we think you should consider is this option from SeaCure. This features a moldable design that will help it to fit precisely your jaw, teeth gums, and mouth.
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Which in turn means it will reduce and even eliminate the problem of jaw fatigue. The X-shape of this model helps to reduce the bulk while improving the feel and fit of the mold and reducing gagging to a bare minimum.
2. Mares Jax Moldable Scuba Mouthpiece
If you have a Mares regulator then it is only natural to choose this Mares Jax scuba regulator mouthpiece. This way you can be sure that it fits perfectly and you are guaranteed the top Mares quality.
Jax is a very special custom scuba mouthpiece. Inspired by dental technology, you can form its personalized shape from a single imprint of your jaws and teeth.
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All you have to do is soak the scuba mouthpiece in boiling water for just a few seconds then bite down like you would at the dentist. Voila, in less than 30 seconds you have your very own custom dive mouthpiece.
3. Atomic Aquatics Regulator Mouthpiece
From Atomic Aquatics comes the next product in our guide. The award-winning designers and reputable engineers have come up with a mouthpiece made from two layers of different kinds of silicone.
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It is one of the most comfortable to wear on the market while being one of the most durable too.
4. Trident Comfort Bite Mouthpiece
The first thing you will notice about this mouthpiece from Trident is the rolled edges and the roof of the mouth bridge.
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These features make it an extremely comfortable mouthpiece to wear and as it’s made from a hypoallergenic material, it is suitable for all. If you are searching an alternative, try this dry snorkel.
5. Edge Moldable Mouthpiece
Next up, from Edge, we have another moldable and customizable mouthpiece. The unique design has been used to avoid it rubbing unnecessarily against your gums.
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Another aspect worth noting about it is the fact it has a smaller width than others, making it easier to form a seal between your lips and the mouthpiece.
6. Scubapro Mouthpiece and Hose Protector Sleeve Kit
From the diving accessories and equipment experts, Scubapro comes our next pick.
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This vibrantly bright yellow is a second-stage mouthpiece and comes with a first-stage hose protector to allow for easier differentiation between mixes when technical diving.
7. Scuba Choice Silicone Long Bite Mouthpiece
Made from soft and comfortable to bite silicone, this high-quality mouthpiece has a much longer width than standard to fit those of you with bigger mouths.
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8. IST Ortho-Conscious Mouthpiece for Scuba Diving
Jaw fatigue is a real issue with scuba divers but you will find some relief with this scuba diver mouthpiece by IST. This bite silicone scuba mouthpiece is specially designed for reducing jaw pain and preventing chafing from the bite tabs.
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The IST Ortho-Conscious is one of the better replacement mouthpieces that you can order today. It fits the regulator from almost every diving manufacturer.
9. Maluan 6-Pack Regulator Mouthpieces
A good divers regulator mouthpiece doesn’t have to break the bank, as Maluan proves with this 6-pack. You can also share these with your friends as a snorkel mouthpiece if there are a few non-divers in the group.
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This silicone mouthpiece is designed to fit most brands in the diving equipment industry. Just make sure you follow the instructions on how to securely attach this mouthpiece for scuba diving.
10. OMGear Silicone Mouthpiece
To round out our list, the last product we have is this OMGear model made from FDA-approved food-grade silicone. It has been designed to be easy to use and fits most snorkels and regulators.
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For a quick recap, Here are our top 3 Best Scuba Mouthpieces:
- Easy to install
- 2 Available colors
- Soft silicone
- High quality
- Type SeaCure
- Latex Free
- Great quality
- Durable wear
- Comfort Bite
- Hypo-allergenic
- long lasting
- Rolled Edges
Different Types of Scuba Mouthpieces
Standard/Basic
You will find basic and standard sized mouthpieces are the kind that comes with cheaper regulators and rental gear. As they generally feature two very ordinary tabs, you need to bite down a lot harder on them than other options, which means they don’t last nearly as long as others.
If you don’t dive as regularly as you would like, this might be a cost-effective option, though if you are going to be diving regularly, you might want to invest in something a bit better.
Cushioned Mouthpieces
As the name suggests, these mouthpieces have soft grips over the tabs you bite down on to increase the level of comfort and protect them against bite-through. Although a tiny bit pricier than standard models, these are extremely comfortable and allow you to concentrate on enjoying your time under the sea.
Long Bite Mouthpieces
Long bite mouthpieces (that often feature textured tabs too) offer you a bit more to bite into. Although many divers swear by them, if you don’t have a particularly long mouth, you may find they are not the most comfortable to use.
As a start mouthpiece, they are ideal because they are not usually very expensive.
Tooth Covering, Winged, and Bridged Mouthpieces
All these mouthpieces, bridged, winged and tooth-covering are designed to help secure your mouthpiece snugly in place. These are ideal for divers who like to or are in the habit of twisting around a lot. One issue with bridged-style mouthpieces is that the tabs are connected and when they rub on the inside of your mouth, they can be uncomfortable.
Similarly, with tooth-covering and winged-style mouthpieces, they grip onto your gums and can rub against the insides of your mouth. However, if you find one that fits you well, then they are worth it.
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Custom Fit Mouthpieces
A customized mouthpiece is one that you can trim down easily to the length that suits your mouth best. You then need to place it in boiling water and then bite down on it to form a mold of your bite shape.
It can be a bit fiddly when you are first using one, but when you get it right, you have a mouthpiece almost perfectly molded to fit the size and shape of your mouth, making it incredibly comfortable to use.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scuba Mouthpieces
What is the mouthpiece called scuba diving?
The mouthpiece used in scuba diving is called a diving regulator mouthpiece. Regulator mouthpieces allows scuba diver to breath in air from their tank.
There are di different types of dive regulator mouthpiece. Some are made from basic silicone in a universal shape while others are a moldable scuba mouthpiece that creates a custom fit.
Is it worth buying your own scuba gear?
Buying your own scuba gear is an investment but one that is worth it. Most scuba diving equipment is meant to have a snug fit and can feel quite uncomfortable when it doesn’t suit your face and body just right.
Over time, buying your own gear will prove more affordable if you are a frequent diver. On the other hand, if you only occasionally dive then it might make more financial sense to rent the equipment.
Why do scuba divers wear snorkels?
Scuba divers mainly wear snorkels to be able to breathe at the surface level without using their air supply. This saves more of the air supply for when they are deeper underwater.
How do you change a regulator on a mouthpiece?
- Carefully cut off the zip tie on the old mouthpiece using a side cutter. Slide the cutter under the zip tie and then snip without damaging the mouthpiece or regulator.
- Pull off the old mouthpiece from the regulator.
- Slide the new dive mouthpiece into the same position.
- Take a zip tie and secure it exactly where the mouthpiece ends and the rest of the regulator tube starts.
- Pull the piece where the zip tie feeds through to left or right side of the mouthpiece so that it doesn’t bother your field of vision.
- Secure the zip tie tightly but it should not be so tight that the mouthpiece shape changes.
- Using the side cutter, cut off as much of the excess zip tie as you can.
- If the part where the zip tie feeds through feels too large, you can cut off a small piece using a box cutter. Make sure you are not loosening the zip tie by doing this.
