Keep Your Child’s Smile Safe!
It is a great feeling to watch your child excel at a sport that they feel passionate about. However, just like any type of athletic activity, there are some risks involved. Children who play sports are at risk of dental injury, but this doesn’t mean that they should stay on the sidelines. By getting them a customized sports guard, your child can enjoy their favorite sport without all of the worry. To learn more about sports guards or to schedule an appointment for your child, contact our office!
Why Choose Waban Dental Group for Sports Guards?
- Customized Sports Guard for Each Patient
- We Use iTero Digital Impressions
- Saturday Appointments Available
What Are Sports Guards?
Sports guards are oral appliances that are worn in the mouth to protect the upper arch of teeth. Because the top arch protrudes more than the bottom teeth, your child’s upper teeth are vulnerable to injury, especially for kids who are involved in contact sports. By making impressions of your child’s teeth and using high-quality materials to craft a comfortable sports guard for their unique smile, you’ll have one less thing to worry about when they’re on the field.
Who’s a Good Candidate for Sports Guards?
Wearing a sports guard is one of the smartest things an athlete can do. This protective equipment may in fact provide better insurance than pads or other types of guards worn during organized sports. Whether your child is in soccer, basketball, football, or something else, a sports guard may be the most important piece of equipment you invest in. Any time there’s a chance to fall or get hit in the mouth, an oral injury could occur. Thankfully, it can also be prevented.
Sports-related injuries are very common, especially for children and teens. Custom sports guards are an effective way to prevent teeth from becoming broken or fractured. If your child is engaging in sports or other outdoor physical activities, they are a good candidate for a customized sports guard. This way, they can avoid potential dental emergencies in the future.
The Benefits of Sports Guards
Customized sports guards provide various benefits that you can’t achieve with the ones that you can buy at your local sports shop. Here are some of the most prominent ones.
- Customized sports guards provide a perfect fit for the teeth and gums. The one-size-fits-most and boil & bite mouthguards do not provide the same benefit.
- Customized sports guards are more comfortable, so children are more likely to wear them.
- Improved fit means better protection for your child’s mouth as a whole.
- Custom sports guards tend to be more durable than generic mouthguards, so they end up being more cost-effective in the long run.
