As an athlete, you know the importance of your athletic mouthguard when it comes to preventing dental and jaw injuries. But did you know that a mouthguard can also make you sick when not taken care of properly? Let’s put your mouthguard under a microscope and see what we find! Your Mouthguard is a Breeding […]
When you hear the word “mouthguard,” what do you think of? For many people, it takes them back to their high school years and those horrible stock mouthguards they had to wear during football or another contact sport. But the truth is, mouthguards come in many varieties, many forms, and work to protect the teeth […]
You know that wearing an athletic mouthguard helps to protect your teeth during sports. In many cases, a mouthguard is even a required piece of your sporting equipment. But every time you put your mouthguard in, you gag. Gagging is a very uncomfortable experience and obviously doesn’t help your athletic performance. The good news is […]
Mouthguards, whether for sports or for nighttime teeth grinding, are often an essential part of good oral health. While both varieties offer over the counter or boil and bite options, custom-fit mouthguards offer the best dental protection. Unfortunately, getting your mouthguard through your dentist can be time-consuming and costly. The good news is SportingSmiles offers […]
You only wear your mouthguard during a game or practice so it can’t really be that dirty right? Your teeth grinding guard goes in after you brush your teeth at night, so it’s clean right? WRONG!! Whether you wear an athletic mouthguard for sports or a nighttime guard for teeth grinding, proper care is essential […]
Weight lifting has evolved over the last 100 years as the sport and exercise became increasingly popular. It was first introduced as a sport in the 1896 Olympics and since then has become a staple around the world for athletes after becoming its own event in the 1920 Olympics. There are many different forms of […]
When you think of mouthguards, you think of protecting your teeth. Whether wearing an athletic guard during a football game or a nighttime guard to prevent damage from teeth grinding, your primary goal is to protect your teeth. But, did you know that the same mouthguard can actually cause damage to your teeth and gums? […]
When it comes to sports, many studies show that mouthguards are effective in reducing the risk of orofacial injuries, such as broken or lost teeth and even concussions. Unfortunately, while mouthguards are recommended for many sports, they are still not mandated for most, leaving many children and adults unprotected. When it comes to mouthguard use, […]
Do you have a tooth extraction scheduled in the future? Are you wondering what to do about the gap in your pearly whites? You may not realize it, but there are a number of tooth replacement options available to those who have extractions. The right option for you will depend upon your time, your budget, […]
When it comes to competitive sports, and even some recreational activities, mouthguards are an important piece of protective equipment that many people overlook, despite the level of protection they offer. Many complain they are too uncomfortable or make it difficult to breathe. And to be honest, in many cases that is true. Unfortunately, not all […]
