Dental Health Mouth Guards

Mouth guards are coverings worn over teeth and often used to protect teeth from injury from teeth grinding and during sports.

Mouth Guard

Who Needs a Mouth Guard?

Mouth guards should be used by anyone - children and adults - who play contact sports such as football, boxing, soccer, ice hockey, basketball, lacrosse, and field hockey. However, even those participating in non-contact sports (for example, gymnastics) and any recreational activity (for example, skateboarding, mountain biking) that might pose a risk of injury to the mouth would benefit from wearing a protective mouth guard.

Mouth Guard When Playing Sports?

Because accidents can happen during any physical activity, the advantage of using a mouth guard during sports is that it can help limit the risk of mouth-related injuries to your lips, tongue, and soft tissues of your mouth. Mouth guards also help you avoid chipped or broken teeth, nerve damage to a tooth, or even tooth loss.
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How Do I Care for My Mouth Guard?

  • Rinse your mouthguard with cold water or with a mouth rinse before and after each use or clean it with mild soap and a toothbrush.
  • Clean the mouth guard in cool, soapy water and rinse it thoroughly.
  • Place the mouth guard in a firm, perforated container to store or transport it. This permits air circulation and helps to prevent damage. If the mouth guard is acrylic, keep it in fresh clean water.
  • Protect the mouth guard from high temperatures -- such as hot water, hot surfaces, or direct sunlight -- to minimize distorting its shape.
  • Occasionally check the mouth guard for general wear. If you find holes or tears in it or if it becomes loose or causes discomfort, replace it.
  • Bring the mouthguard to each regularly scheduled dental visit to have your dentist exam it.

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