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    November 9, 2022
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IMPORTANCE OF MOUTH GUARDS Q: Are mouth guards really important for young athletes? A: A good question with a simple answer: yes. Any activity -- and not just the obvious heavy contact sports like football and hockey -- that puts young athletes in speedy motion also puts them at risk for injury. And we're not talking about only the varsity athletes. We're talking about any child involved in an activity, be it competitive or purely recreational. Injuries to the mouth can be painful and in some cases leave permanent damage. And that's not to mention they can be expensive. Mouth guards protect an athlete's mouth and teeth, preventing the clash of teeth that could result in chipped teeth, and keeping the teeth from lacerating either the tongue or cheek. They also act as shock absorbers that can reduce the likelihood of the concussion from a severe blow to the head or jaw. Mouth guards come in a variety of styles. Over- the-counter models are available that you can make pliable and they will conform to the athlete's mouth. There are custom-fitted models as well. Talk with your dentist about how best to protect your young athlete with a mouth guard. Presented as a service to the community by Dr. Barbara Webster 1121 Warren Ave., Suite 130, Downers Grove, IL 60515 630-663-0554 SM-CL2030785 IMPORTANCE OF MOUTH GUARDS Q : Are mouth guards really important for young athletes ? A : A good question with a simple answer : yes . Any activity -- and not just the obvious heavy contact sports like football and hockey -- that puts young athletes in speedy motion also puts them at risk for injury . And we're not talking about only the varsity athletes . We're talking about any child involved in an activity , be it competitive or purely recreational . Injuries to the mouth can be painful and in some cases leave permanent damage . And that's not to mention they can be expensive . Mouth guards protect an athlete's mouth and teeth , preventing the clash of teeth that could result in chipped teeth , and keeping the teeth from lacerating either the tongue or cheek . They also act as shock absorbers that can reduce the likelihood of the concussion from a severe blow to the head or jaw . Mouth guards come in a variety of styles . Over the - counter models are available that you can make pliable and they will conform to the athlete's mouth . There are custom - fitted models as well . Talk with your dentist about how best to protect your young athlete with a mouth guard . Presented as a service to the community by Dr. Barbara Webster 1121 Warren Ave. , Suite 130 , Downers Grove , IL 60515 630-663-0554 SM - CL2030785