Tailgate parties, sizzling hot dogs, and fresh, cool air — we are excited to welcome fall and football season here at Hill Avenue Dental. We also think it’s a great time to remind our patients of the importance of wearing a customized mouthguard on the field (and the court, track, and mat, too). These custom-fit sports guards protect athletes’ smiles from excessive impact and blows to the face. They’ve also actually been shown to reduce the incidence of concussion. Your dentist in Superior, WI provides customized sports guards for athletes of all ages and levels of play.
Don’t Play Without Your Mouth Guard
You wouldn’t go out onto the football field without a helmet and pads, so why would you (or your child) go without necessary protection for the smile? A custom-fit mouthguard provides significant protection for sensitive tooth enamel during contact sports. Mouth guards are a necessity for high contact sports, like football, basketball, wrestling, and boxing — but they can also be beneficial during other sports, like tennis, baseball, and track and field.
One of the most common causes of dental emergencies is contact sports. At Hill Avenue Dental, we often treat knocked out teeth, broken or fractured teeth, lacerations to the soft oral tissues, and other sports-related injuries requiring emergency attention. That’s why we are so committed to providing the athletes in our community with sports guards!
On the Need for a Custom Fit
Sure, you can save time and maybe money in the short term by picking up a one-size-fits-all mouthguard at the sporting goods store. But these generic sports guards just do not provide the same amount of protection as what can get from a mouth guard that your dentist creates especially for your smile. Custom-fit mouth guards offer superior comfort, meaning athletes are more likely to wear them during every single game and practice. And the most important factor in the success of any sports guard? Its regular, consistent use.
Additionally, custom-fit mouth guards over generic ones have been shown to reduce the occurrence of concussion in contact sports. Young athletes whose brains are still developing especially benefit from this added boost of protection.
Hill Avenue Dental Provides Customized Mouth Guards
Don’t wait until a dental or oral injury happens to you or someone you love to invest in a mouthguard. Prepare yourself (or your athlete) for success this fall and all year long by getting fit for a custom sports guard. It’s a quick process — we’ll take an impression of your or your child’s mouth and create the device based on the unique oral anatomy. Replace the mouthguard every six months, or as soon as you begin to notice signs of wear, for maximum protection. Your oral and overall health depends on protection during contact sports — please don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment for your customized sports guard today!