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Protect Your Mouth While Playing Contact Sports

November 25th, 2013|
Dr Himakshu Vyas

Fall sports are in full swing in many schools today.  According to many orthodontists, it is always wise to use properly-fitting sports mouth guards while getting enrolled in any contact sports.

Mouth guards are actually a very important product when it comes to serving as a cushion to blows received while playing contact sports.

As a child you are always supposed to wear a mouth protection while receiving blows in order to avoid the broken teeth problem and prevent injuries to the lips, tongue and jaw.

Most of the orthodontists recommend to use good Mouth guards in Townsville to their patients who generally participate in those recreational activities that could pose a threat of injury to their mouths. There is no denying to this fact that many who don’t participate in contact sports can also get the benefits of their wearing.

For children playing contact sports, it is always better to opt for face guards and orofacial protectors to avoid the injuries that may be caused while getting engaged in any recreational activity. In general, athletes playing sports such as field hockey, boxing, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and football are used to have properly-fitting mouth protections.

Using the custom mouth guards can be the most protective and effective alternative, but others like to use some other options available on the market. The market has a plethora of certain different types of mouth protection products for many parents. You can find ready-made mouth guards at numerous sporting goods stores. As per your child’s needs, dentists may suggest to use the guards that can be formed to fit your little one’s mouth, or, as a parent, you might also be advised to choose the guards that can be custom made by a dentist or an orthodontist.

The primary objective of athletic mouth guards is to provide protection to the users. The products available on the market in different price range and provide different comfort levels. You would definitely like to go with mouth protections that are resilient, tear-resistant and comfortable as well. They should fit in the user’s mouth properly and not restrict breathing or speed.

Mouth guards in Townsville are primarily concerned with covering the upper teeth of the individuals who generally participate in different recreational activities. However, some athletes also use a guard over the lower teeth as per their orthodontists. Finally, you are recommended to consult an orthodontist in order to ensure the guard that has the proper thickness and provides adequate protection.

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