Guard and Protect

Custom Fit Sports Mouth guards

Did you know that approximately 5 million teeth will be knocked out this year due to sports related injuries? With school getting ready to start back, now is the time to think about getting a new mouth-guard made for your child. Although some sports are not considered contact sports, that does not mean you or your child may not get hit in the mouth. To ensure safety, you should consider a custom fitted sports mouth guard to protect your or your child’s smile. Custom mouth guards are a great way to protect your mouth in any sport, whether it be martial arts, kickboxing, baseball, volleyball, football, or soccer. Trauma to the mouth may happen at any level of participation, from children to college level athletes and also adults. Wearing a mouth guard during these events can help avoid teeth becoming knocked out and help eliminate oral surgery to repair any damage and also help avoid the possibility of replacing any teeth. According to the Academy of Sports Dentistry, “the lifetime dental rehabilitation costs can approach several thousand dollars per tooth, for the child or an athlete who loses a tooth (or teeth) in a sporting injury.” Although over-the-counter products can cost less, they are designed to fit several sizes of mouths. Sometimes this can mean that they are not effective and may not be a comfortable fit. Custom mouth guards help ensure a custom fit for you or your child’s teeth. They can also be made in school or team colors, making it more appealing to wear.

Visit with your hygienist or dentist at your next appointment to discuss the options of a custom mouth guard and how it can help you avoid dental traumas.