Dentists strongly recommend the use of a mouthguard in any sport or activity where collision or contact is likely during both games and training. Protect your smile! It can also prevent serious sporting injuries, such as broken jaws, fractured, cracked, or knocked out teeth, cut lips and tongues.
A custom fitted mouthguard designed by your dentist makes breathing and speaking a lot easier when wearing your mouthguard. They provide a lot more protection and overall are a lot more comfortable than the “boil and bite” ones which can be purchased from a chemist or a sports store. They work by absorbing and spread the impact of any force to your face. Mouthguards can be made with different layers / thickness depending on the contact sports that it is needed for.
Store bought or the “boil and bite” ones often fit poorly, provide less protection and hence can affect speech and breathing.
Contact sports that mouthguards are recommended for:
- Rugby union, Rugby league, AFL, Hockey, Boxing, Cricket, Basketball, Netball, Touch football, Skateboarding, Soccer
Mouthguards when made to fit your mouth and is stored and used properly should last a few years in non-growing individuals. The best way to look after your mouthguards
- Rinse in cool after wearing the mouthguard.
- Store in a dry protective case, do not wrap it up in tissues.
- Keep them away from direct sunlight.
- Keep them away from pets.
To learn more about the benefits of custom-made mouthguards call Kellyville Family Dental on 8894 1007 and talk to our dental team.
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