Are mouthguards only for hockey and football players?
No! Findings show that soccer players are more likely than football players to sustain an orofacial injury, and a basketball player’s risk is twice that of a football player. More people currently participate in organized soccer than in competitive football, where mouthguards and face masks are mandatory. Currently, five sports at the amateur level require mouthguards during practice and competition: boxing, football, ice hockey, men’s lacrosse and women’s field hockey. Q: In what sports should I wear a mouthguard? A: Anytime there is a strong chance for contact with other participants or hard surfaces, it is advisable to wear a mouthguard. Players who participate in basketball, baseball, boxing, football, hockey, in-line skating, lacrosse, martial arts, polo, rugby, soccer, softball, wrestling, and recreational sports such as bicycling, surfing, skateboarding, and should wear mouthguards while competing. Q: Do mouthguards prevent injuries? A: A mouthguard can prevent serious injuries
