Athletic Mouthguards
Play hard, protect the smile. Mouthguards defend teeth and orthodontic appliances from impacts during sports, with or without braces.
of the dental injuries we treat children for come from sports-related injuries. A properly fitted mouthguard is the single best protection.
Why It Matters
Why Get an Athletic Mouthguard?
Leading an active lifestyle is important. Regular, moderate exercise has been shown in countless studies to lower blood pressure, control cholesterol, and even help mediate feelings of anxiety and depression. Unfortunately, most forms of exercise, especially the sports kids participate in, also come with a real risk of dental injury.
Despite the risks, playing sports is still healthy for almost any child, and an athletic mouthguard helps them do it safely. A mouthguard protects teeth and orthodontic appliances from trauma, impacts, and accidents during sports, guarding both your child's smile and the investment you've made in their treatment.
Playing Sports With Braces
Our Recommendation for Braces Wearers
While wearing braces, we recommend the Shock Doctor brand mouthguard made specifically for wear over braces. It's designed to fit around brackets and wires, protecting both your teeth and your appliances.
You can find them at your local sporting goods store, or pick one up right at our office for your convenience. Just ask at your next appointment or adjustment visit.
- Protects teeth, lips, and cheeks from impact
- Shields brackets and wires from damage
- Designed to fit over braces as teeth move
- Available at our office or sporting goods stores
Take a hit anyway? If a bracket breaks or a wire bends during a game, call our office, or after hours text us at 810-334-9005, and see our emergency care guide for what to do in the meantime.
Get Your Athlete Protected
Ask about mouthguards at your next visit, or schedule an appointment at our New Baltimore or East China office and we'll set your athlete up before the season starts.
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