Klarinet Archive - Posting 000288.txt from 1997/04

From: Frank Garcia <fgarcia@-----.EDU>
Subj: Re: Lip cushion?
Date: Thu, 17 Apr 1997 08:56:58 -0400

>I've read in the past short while on Klarinet a suggestion on using some
>kind of material to form a cushion for the lower teeth so they won't
>hurt the lower lip etc. The material had something to do with "sports"
>and was put into hot water and then on teeth to form a "perfect fit." I
>looked through the mail still on my machine, serched the archives (it
>was before the "last updated on" date), and couldn't find it. I spent
>close to forty minutes trying many search strings, but still couldn't
>find it. If anyone still has this article, please do e-mail it to me,
>as my semi-crooked lower teeth are hurting my lips. My teacher
>suggested I use a piece of paper, which does work, but I'd like to try
>that material.
>(snip)

I do not know what this item is, although it reminds of a football player's
mouthpiece. I use florist's tape, which can be purchased in any craft
supply store. It is thin, easy to use, forms well to your teeth and will
not absorb moisture and tear like paper does. I usually fold a small piece
over itself so that I am playing on two layers, which is plenty to keep my
lip protected through several hours of playing.

Frank Garcia

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Frank Garcia fgarcia@-----.edu
Clarinet Instructor (715)394-8115
University of Wisconsin-Superior
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