Are Mouth Guards Really Necessary?
According to the American Dental Association, an athlete is 60 times more likely to have an injury to the teeth when not wearing a protective mouth guard. A mouth guard is designed to help buffer the mouth and teeth from trauma. It is also an important piece of gear that should not be overlooked during participation in sports. Wearing a mouth guard is common in contact sports such as football, boxing, hockey and basketball, but a protective mouth guard can also be beneficial in non-contact sports such as snow skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, soccer and bicycling. Since studies have linked almost 1/3 of dental injuries to sports -related activities, a mouth guard is an important piece of sports gear, and Dr. Clifton’s custom-made mouth guards offer superior protection.
