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Bite\u2010aligning mouthguards (MGs) are designed to optimize occlusion and stability, but systematic quantification of their impact on performance across athletes is limited. It is important to distinguish between conventional protective MGs and performance\u2010oriented devices designed to modify mandibular position, as their mechanisms and potential effects may differ. This review synthesizes available data to clarify whether jaw clenching with bite\u2010aligning devices enhances strength, power, endurance, precision, or neuromuscular efficiency.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objectives<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The objective of this study was to systematically review the literature on the effect of bite\u2010aligning MGs on athletic performance.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Materials and Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A comprehensive search of PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science was conducted until 1 February 2024. Inclusion criteria were (1) randomized controlled trials (RCTs), (2) crossover trials, and (3) controlled clinical trials evaluating MGs\u2019 effects on muscle strength, power, agility, quickness, and sports performance. A narrative synthesis approach was adopted due to heterogeneity in study design, interventions, and outcome measures, which precluded meta\u2010analysis.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Thirteen trials with 335 athletes (mean age: 24.13\u2009\u00b1\u20095.64 years) were included. At least four studies reported positive effects on some variables, while none reported negative effects. Main findings indicate neuromuscular benefits, particularly in rugby, football, and weightlifting. Custom\u2010made MGs (CMGs) showed a particularly positive impact. Neutral results were also observed, showing no difference between using a MG or not.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Athletes may benefit from wearing MGs not only to prevent orofacial trauma but also to potentially enhance performance in specific actions. Benefits are associated with increased peak acceleration, force, muscle activity, and power in upper\u2010 and lower\u2010body exercises. However, given the high heterogeneity across studies, these findings should be interpreted with caution, and the effects cannot be considered universal. 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