A. Athletic mouth protectors are comprised of soft plastic. They come in standard or custom fit to adapt comfortably to the upper teeth.
A. Mouth guards protect the teeth from possible sport injuries. They not only protect the teeth, but the lips, cheeks, tongue and jaw bone as well. They can contribute to the protection of a child from head and neck injuries such as concussions. Most injuries occur to the mouth and head area when a child is not wearing a mouth guard.
A. During any sports based activity where there is risk of head, face or neck injury. Such sports include Hockey, Soccer, Karate, Basketball, Baseball, Skating, Skateboarding, as well as many other sports. Most oral injuries occur when children play basketball, baseball and soccer.
A. Choose a mouth guard that your child feels is comfortable. If a mouth guard feels bulky or interferes with speech to a great degree, it is probably not appropriate for your child.
There are many options in mouth guards. Most guards are found in athletic stores. These vary in comfort, protection as well as cost. The least expensive tend to be the least effective in preventing oral injuries. Customized mouth guards can be provided through our practice. They may be a bit more expensive, but they are much more comfortable and shock absorbent.
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Temecula Pediatric Dentistry
31560 Rancho Pueblo Road Suite 100 • Temecula, CA 92592 • Phone: 951-302-2300
Dr. Daniel L. Smith your Riverside County Children's Dentist provides Pediatric Dental Services and Information on Topics such as
Tooth Brushing, Thumb Sucking, Tooth Eruptions, Baby Bottle Decay, Cavity Prevention, Dental Emergencies, Orthodontics and Sedation Dentistry.
Dr. Daniel L. Smith can speak Spanish and is specialized in treating infants, children, teens and children with special needs.
Temecula Pediatric Dentistry serves the Riverside County area including Temecula, Murrieta, Fallbrook, Lake Elsinore and Bonsall.
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