Did you know that not wearing a sports guard could cause unnecessary damage to your teeth as well as also causing facial trauma?
Sadly by not wearing a sports guard a number of dentally-related injuries as well as fractures to facial bones and even concussions can occur.
A sports guard will not only protect your teeth, they will also act as a shock absorber from an external impact such as a ball, puck, elbow or stick to the face.
They help to protect the soft tissues of the cheeks, tongue and lips. And they redistribute forces from blows to the head to help reduce concussions.
Sports guards help prevent thousands of dental injuries each year, which are the most common type of facial injury in sports.
In particular, damaged teeth are one of the most common types of sports injuries; and they are the most expensive.
Sadly a mouth guard for children's sports isn’t always mandatory. However, if your children play sports, you can help reduce their risk of suffering from a dental injury by using a custom made sports mouth guard.
What are sports guards?
Sports mouth guards are thick plastic devices that fit over the teeth formed to the teeth, gums, and mouth.
There are several options for a sports guard such as; a stock guard, which you can buy from most sports shops. However, these are not bespoke to your child's mouth and are often uncomfortable and ill fitting.
There are also 'boil in the bag' plastic mouthguards. Nearly all sports and online shops stock these. However, the grade of the plastic is not always verified and again might not fit correctly.
The only way to be sure your child's mouthguard fits and is of a good standard is by having it professionally fitted by a dentist.
Professional sport guard fitting
We take an impression of your child's teeth using premium plastic that is durable, hardwearing and made to an exact fit to your child's teeth - protecting them where they need it the most.
Treetops sport guard special offer
One single-coloured mouthguard including consultation and impression for just £70.
Or if you wanted two colours this is only £75.
This offer is available until 31st August 2024.
If you would like to book in for an appointment just call our friendly reception team on 01902 842 555.
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