Athletic Mouthguards
Would you allow your child to play football, hockey, or ride a bike without a helmet? Protective gear saves our children from potential serious injury. Likewise, athletic mouthguards do, too!
Eleven to 40% of sports injuries involve the face. That’s a wide statistic, but it’s enough to prove that kids need mouthguards. A good athletic mouthguard can reduce the potential for breaking or losing teeth, cutting the inside of the mouth, biting the tongue, and even getting a concussion.
Whether you chose an inexpensive boil-and-bite mouthguard from the sporting goods store or you prefer a custom-fitted mouthguard from Dr. Stewart’s office, please make sure that your child has – and wears – this important protective gear during all practices and games. Even children in gymnastics need to wear a mouthguard.
Call our dental office today to schedule your children’s appointments with Dr. Stewart. We give families in Livonia, Farmington, and Farmington Hills personalized service and patient-focused care for smiles that last.
ADA & ASD Advice
The American Dental Association and the Academy of Sports Dentistry recommend mouthguards for athletes who participate in:
Acrobatics |
Field Hockey |
Racquetball |
Squash |
If you have questions about mouthguards, call our Livonia dental office. We’ll be happy to help you decide which type of mouthguard is best for you.