A
specially fabricated mouth guard can be made for your child's teeth. This
guard fits over the upper or lower teeth to prevent broken or chipped teeth
due to tooth-to-tooth contact. It is appropriate for "non-contact"
sports such as baseball, basketball, soccer, and gymnastics, where incidental
contact with solid objects and other participants is common.
The smaller size and secure fit of a custom lab created mouth guard provides these advantages:
- Clearer speech - when communication with teammates is important
- More comfortable fit - so it's less distracting
- Less restricted breathing - for improved performance
Dental
injuries in non-contact sports are primarily due to tooth-to-tooth contact.
Being accidentally bumped in the chin with an elbow is not what directly causes
most dental injuries. It's the collision of the lower teeth with the upper
teeth after the bump that causes the damage. A mouth guard worn on the upper
or lower teeth cushions the blow to protect both the upper and lower teeth.
Home
| Meet the Staff | Conditions
| Procedures
Advice for Parents | Payment
/ Insurance | New Patient Forms
Map and Hours | Contact Us | Ask
the Doctor | Request Brochure
| Kids' Zone
© Copyright 2003- Dental WebSmith, Inc. and Paul A Weiss, DDS. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The information provided within is intended to help you better understand dental conditions and procedures. It is not meant to serve as delivery of medical or dental care. If you have specific questions or concerns, contact your health care provider.
