Sports are a fun way to get some exercise in, whether it's out on the field in the summertime, or on the rink in the icy cold. We know to use helmets, kneepads, and other safety gear, but sometimes we overlook protecting our mouth. Accidents happen, and all it takes is one bad hit to knock your teeth out.
Sport Mouthguards are an effective way of preventing permanent damage in case you find yourself taking serious impact to the face. They don't just protect against knocking teeth out - they also help to prevent jaw fractures, neck injuries, broken teeth, and teeth pushed further into the mouth. They might also lessen the impact of concussions. If you play hockey, football, or any other contact sport, you should always take safety precautions before it's too late. If you encourage your child to wear a Sport Mouthguard, it will become a good safety habit, like wearing a seat belt in the car or a helmet when riding a bicycle. At our dental office, we understand the risks that come along with playing our favourite sports, and that's why we offer custom fitted sportsguards made just for you.
Sport Mouthguards are flexible dental appliances, usually made of plastic materials, which are fitted to sit comfortably over your top teeth, gums, and part of your jawbone. Pre-formed, ready to wear Sport Mouthguards are also available at certain sporting goods stores, but they won't offer the same level of protection, comfort, and functionality that a custom guard does. Having your dentist make a Sport Mouthguard that's specifically molded for your smile will ensure that it fits perfectly, protects resiliently, and doesn't interfere with basic functions like talking or breathing.
If you or your child plays sports, speak to one of us at our dental office today, so you can stay safe while playing your heart - not teeth - out.
Feel free to call us for a consultation or ask about Sport Mouthguards on your next visit.
Information on this page was sourced from the Canadian Dental Association and Ontario Dental Association.
Our fees are based on the most current Ontario Dental Association fee guide for General Practitioners for general dental services and the most current Ontario Dental Association fee guide for Specialists for specialty dental services.
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At Kaydental, we believe that a fair fee is one of the key features in building a strong patient-doctor relationship. At our North York dental office, we follow the suggested fee guide for General Practitioners from the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) in order to maintain pricing stability and keep patients in the know about the price of every service and product they pay for.
If you have any questions about the costs of any of our dental services, please contact us so one of our staff members can clarify and guide you through the price determinations.
