Protective mouthguard, <specify>

Dental protective devices are positioned over the teeth prior to anaesthesia, intubation, or surgical and diagnostic procedures involving oral access to provide protection against accidental damage to loose teeth, dental features, or buccopharyngeal tissues from contact with surgical instruments. These devices are used to protect teeth and dental appliances from damage during intubation, endotracheal intubation, ENT surgery, endoscopic surgery, and maxillofacial surgery conducted orally or requiring general intubation.