This invention relates to a gradient
elastic modulus sports protective brace, its preparation method, and its application. The gradient
elastic modulus sports protective brace includes at least an
impact-resistant layer, a buffer layer, and an
adhesive layer with a segmented or continuous gradient distribution of
elastic modulus. The
adhesive layer is used to adhere to the
tooth surface and
oral soft tissues, and to help disperse residual
impact energy. The buffer layer surrounds the
adhesive layer and is used to disperse
impact energy. The impact-resistant layer surrounds the buffer layer and is used to
resist external impact loads and guide energy inward. The elastic modulus of the impact-resistant layer is greater than that of the buffer layer, and the elastic modulus of the buffer layer is greater than that of the adhesive layer. Compared with existing technologies, this invention, through its gradient elastic modulus distribution design, achieves progressive absorption and effective dissipation of
impact energy by the sports brace, significantly reducing the peak force on the user's teeth and periodontal tissues during impact, thereby improving overall protective performance and making it suitable for sports scenarios of varying intensities.