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Mouthguards – Why and How They Protect Children Teeth

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Mouthguards – Why and How They Protect Children Teeth

Mouthguard is a dental appliance to protect teeth and gums from injury when involved in sports. The American Dental Association recognizes that children are likely to harm their teeth when not wearing a mouth guard. That is why pediatric dentists recommend them for the safety of your child.

A few of the sports might harm your child’s dental health if they are without a mouthguard.

Team sports: Baseball and soccer include the danger of unintentional contact with other players or the ball. To maintain your child’s dental health, make sure his or her head and teeth are cushioned.

Water Sports: If your child falls over while participating in water sports, skis or surfboard may hit his or her mouth. The risk of dental injury may be decreased by using a mouthguard.

Wheeled Sports: Biking, skating, and rollerblading have all shown that your child’s teeth are unbeatable against concrete. We advise putting on a mouth guard in addition to helmet.
Last but not least, even if court sports like handball or tennis don’t involve physical contact, your child’s teeth might nevertheless be harmed by a careless backhand or an unexpected bounce.

 

Three Types of Mouthguards

  1. Stock Mouth Guards: They are available with sports goods retailers. These store bought mouth guards are thick and have a bad fit. They make breathing difficult. However, it is better to wear one than not wearing at all. You may try to find one for your child that fits comfortably and does not interfere with breathing or communication.
  2. Boil and Bite Guards: Though not a long-term solution, but are preferable than stock guards. By using a procedure known as boil and bite, these mouthguards give a superior fit. In warm water, the material softens and may be shaped by biting down on them. They’ll give enough protection and comfort after they have cooled.
  3. Custom Mouth Guards: These are made specifically for your kid by a pediatric dentist and provide the highest degree of protection. They are custom-made to match your child’s mouth’s features and shape, so they fit and feel amazing. Your child’s dentist will take an impression of his or her mouth to ensure that the appliances fit perfectly. This impression ensures that the mouthguard is as effective as it can be.

The Function of Mouth guards

Mouth guards cover the area between the cheeks and gums to function as a shock absorber during an impact. They shield your child’s teeth from the initial force of a strike to the face, helping to prevent broken teeth and injuries to their cheek and tongue. Using a mouthguard is an excellent way to take additional precautions and avoid an unexpected trip to the dentist.
So, it’s wise to be cautious and have your child wear a mouth guard when participating in any sport. However, if you still have questions and want to learn more about mouthguards for your child then schedule a consultation or contact Allen Texas Pediatric Dentistry.

 

Further Reading on Mouthguards for Children