Minding Your Mouth Guard

Fall is here, which means school stadiums all across Iowa are bustling with the sports of the season. And we at Mack Orthodontics are excited to be cheering them on.
From football to field hockey, patients of our Bettendorf and Maquoketa, IA offices are busy partaking in fun sports, and we couldn’t be prouder. Of course, as we root for your victory, we’d be remiss if we didn’t remind you about wearing your mouth guard.

What is a Mouth Guard?

A mouth guard is a soft plastic device that you insert into your mouth prior to playing sports with the intention of protecting your teeth and braces from injury. 
Just like a helmet protects you in football, or shin guards protect you in soccer, mouth guards are vital for shielding your smile from potential damage. By wearing one, you are actively guarding your teeth, mouth, jaw, and tongue from many threats.

What’s at Stake:

According to the American Dental association, approximately 30% of all dental injuries are sports related. Moreover, a study of teenage athletes found that 56% of high school sport concussions occur when mouth guards are not being worn.
Some injuries that athletes could experience if they don’t wear mouth guards include:
Broken Teeth
Chipped Teeth
Fractured Jaws
Concussions
Broken Braces/Brackets
Root Damage to Teeth

Sport the Right Equipment Today!

Wearing a mouth guard is an easy way to protect your mouth, and your orthodontic treatment, from damage. So whatever your game this fall, when you’re charging toward victory, brace yourself for anything and protect your braces by wearing a mouth guard!
For more about mouth guards, or orthodontic treatment like braces and Invisalign, contact Mack Orthodontics at our Betterndorf or Maquoketa, IA office now!