Mouth guards are meant to protect your teeth from grinding, clenching, or during sports. There are night guards that you wear at night to prevent damage done by grinding and clenching. There are also sports mouth guards that athletes wear to protect themselves from light and heavy contact sports. If you choose the wrong mouth […]
You’ve worked on hitting the top shelf, mastered a few new dekes, and racked up quite a few ginos during your hockey career. You’re on the path to stardom for your team, but suddenly your season is in jeopardy after a puck hits your face knocking out your teeth that require an expensive dental visit. […]
Your mouth is packed full of bacteria and, when you wear your mouthguard, that bacteria is transferred to it. Regular rinsing and brushing after wearing it helps reduce that bacteria, but deep cleaning at least once a week kills the bacteria, helping to prevent it from growing and even making you sick. While over-the-counter products […]
Retainers are one of the most common dental products that adults wear after they’ve completed braces or Invisalign. This thin plastic covering keeps your teeth in place after they’ve been professionally shifted by a dentist. Many adults are also active and enjoy playing sports or other outdoor activities that may require a mouthguard. If you […]
As an athlete, a mouthguard might be a regular part of your uniform. But you just got braces and you are worried these may keep you sitting on the sideline this season. The good news is, that’s not the case. However, you will need to make some adjustments for your braces when it comes to […]
As an athlete, your mouthguard is often a regular part of your equipment. While you might change your cleats as they wear down, how do you know when it is time to replace your mouthguard? While mouthguards are meant to be durable, they do wear down and need replacement. These four signs will help you […]
Not many people know this, but basketball is the number one sport for maxillofacial injuries. The fast pace and aggressive nature of the sport means that players often make contact. Elbows often meet with heads while going for layups in the paint. At a professional level, players regularly put their personal safety on the line […]
No one expects to get injured when playing sports, but it happens. Football players wear pads to protect their bodies and helmets to protect their heads. This is mandatory equipment because we know it works. Unfortunately, most people don’t think about their teeth when it comes to protection and, even though we know it prevents […]
As an athlete that plays a contact sport, your coach may require you to wear a mouthguard. You talked to your dentist and they recommended a custom-fit guard, but it came with a hefty price tag. You have seen mouthguards on the counters of your local drugstore or sporting goods store for cheap. But are […]
As an athlete in a contact sport, an athletic mouthguard is the best way to protect your teeth and jaw from injuries. In addition, a custom-fit mouthguard can also reduce the risk of concussions. Unfortunately, in order to achieve optimal protection from your mouthguard, it is essential that you take care of it properly. Everything […]
