Sports dentistry – What about the prevention of sports-related injuries?
A. It is estimated that 30 million children in the US participate in organized sports programs. (reference 23) All sporting activities have an associated risk of injuries due to falls, collisions, and contact with hard surfaces. The Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD) recommends the use of a properly fitted mouthguard to help prevent broken teeth, injuries to the lips, tongue, face and jaw. A properly fitted mouth guard will stay in place while your child is wearing it, making it easy for them to talk and breathe. Due to the continuous growth changes in young children, mouthguards should be custom fitted and continuously checked by a pediatric dental home. Schools participating in sports must be prepared to manage bodily and facial injuries if they occur. An injury management plan must be prepared and implemented when necessary. For more information, please click on “post op and emergencies” from our menu buttons at the bottom. Smiles Stages Smiles Stages – the First Year Optimize your
