# Dehydration-Detecting Mouth Guards The SMRT Mouth Sends Alerts When the Wearer is Dehydrated By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-09-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smrt-mouth References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/smrt-mouth-monitors-athletes-hydration/39591/) & [smrtmouth](http://smrtmouth.com/) SMRT Mouth is a new protective mouth guard, developed by a startup based in Virginia, that is capable of measuring the wearer's hydration levels. The contraption is designed for use by athletes, as it can [measure athletes' hydration levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-metrics) before wirelessly alerting coaches if hydration levels are very low. In addition to protecting the teeth like regular mouth guards, the SMRT Mouth is equipped with sensors that [measure the user's saliva](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gum-health1) to detect their hydration levels. If the hydration readings are low, a Bluetooth module is sent to an [app on the coach's mobile device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coaches-network). Dehydration isn't just a matter of temporary discomfort. Not only does it impact performance, but it can also cause serious illness and even death. The SMRT Mouth ensures that athletes can focus on their game without their health being compromised, thanks to the ability of their coaches to monitor their hydration levels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hydration-monitoring Wearable:** Developing wearable devices that can track hydration levels for athletes and people engaged in physical activities. - **Smart Mouthguard:** Creating customizable mouth guards with integrated sensors that alert athletes about their hydration levels and potential health risks. - **Wireless Alerting Technology:** Integrating wireless technology to develop smart wearable devices that can alert coaches or designated persons regarding the dehydration levels of athletes. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Equipment and Apparel:** Create new lineups of protective gear and wearables for athletes with integrated hydration-measuring sensors and wireless modules. - **Healthcare Technology:** Developing innovative healthcare technologies, such as hydration monitoring wearables, that can provide real-time data and alerts on vital health metrics. - **Iot and Wearable Devices:** Expanding the portfolio of wearable devices by creating solutions for healthcare, sports, and other industries that can benefit from IoT technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance Tracking Mouth Guards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-innovations.md) - [App-Connected Mouth Guards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-smartguard.md) - [Smart Health-Monitoring Mouthpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouthio.md) - [Real-Time Hydration Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geca.md) - [Wearable Hydration Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-hydration.md) - [Athletic Sweat-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrosense-ai-sweat-sensor.md) - [Hydration-Enhancing Training Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweat-zones.md) - [Accurate Wearable Hydration Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowbio-s1.md) - [Wearable Sweat-Analyzing Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweanty.md)