{"id":250,"date":"2023-07-14T18:56:36","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T18:56:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=250"},"modified":"2023-09-13T18:57:21","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T18:57:21","slug":"shield-their-grins-with-a-mouthguard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodspringsfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/shield-their-grins-with-a-mouthguard\/","title":{"rendered":"Mouthguards: A Guide to Shielding Grins"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Summer vacation is coming to an end, the heat is dying down, and soon the kids will be back in school studying their days away until recess. For most kids, the end of the day is a simple matter of hopping on the bus to head home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For others \u2014 however, it means hitting the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team sports will be back in session sooner rather than later, and with it all the worry of injuries from scraped knees and sprained fingers to broken bones and chipped teeth. With this guide to the benefits of mouthguards<\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to avoid dental mishaps, and ensure your child\u2019s smile stays together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Get a Mouthguard?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mouthguard will protect your child\u2019s teeth and gums from injury while they are playing sports. Accidents happen, especially with contact sports like football. Sports where objects could hit them in the face like basketball or soccer aren\u2019t safe for teeth either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A mouthguard provides you with peace of mind while your little one focuses on the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Kind of Mouthguard Should I Get?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The mouthguards readily available for most people are \u201cstock\u201d or \u201cstandard\u201d one-size-fits-all mouthguards that come from most stores that carry sports gear. However, these hardly ever fit well, and can make it hard to breathe or talk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even the \u201cboil and bite\u201d type can have these issues, leading to frequent replacement or \u2014in worst-case scenario \u2014 your child taking it off on the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While these options are inexpensive, they do not compare with a custom-fit mouthguard that a dentist can provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High Tech Solution for Maximum Protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A custom mouthguard from a dentist offers the most protection and comfort available. For custom-fit mouthguards, some dentists now utilize 3D scanning technology to ensure an accurate and comfortable fit. Many dentists can even customize the color, logo, or flavor of the mouthguard \u2014 encouraging your child to use it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Take Care of a Mouthguard?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maintenance for custom-fit mouthguards is simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n