Play It Safe With Mouth Guards

With spring here, many children, teens and adults in the surrounding communities will once again pick up the ball, bring the bat out of seasonal retirement, and lace up their cleats to hit the fields for the return of spring sports! April is National Facial Protection Month, and during this time, Orthodontic Specialists urge our young athletes to play it safe when out on the field. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year. Here are a few ways to ensure your mouth’s safety this spring, courtesy of our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists:

Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse. Wear a helmet. Wear protective eye wear. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin. Be alert, even as a spectator! Hopeful these tips will keep you and your mouth safe this spring sports season. www.aao.org


If you have any additional questions about mouth guard safety and protecting your smile, give your local office a call at 1-855-BRACES-4-U!