Let’s face it: sports-related injuries are common, especially if you participate in sports. Below are some frequently questions about mouth guards that Drs. Lim and Azizi and our staff at Abba Dental thought we'd share. Whether you are an athlete or casual sports participant, you should wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth. If you grind your teeth while you sleep, a bite guard will help reduce symptoms of TMJ. We custom make mouth guards in both soft and hard materials.
If you have any additional questions, give us a call at 604-688-7201. We'd love to hear from you!
Q: What are athletic mouth protectors?
A: Athletic mouth protectors, or mouth guards, are made of soft plastic. They are adapted to fit comfortably to the shape of the upper teeth.
Q: Why are mouth guards important?
A: Mouth guards hold top priority as sports equipment. They protect not just the teeth, but the lips, cheeks, and tongue. They help protect you from such head and neck injuries as concussions and jaw fractures. Increasingly, organized sports are requiring mouth guards to prevent injury to their athletes. Research shows that most oral injuries occur when athletes are not wearing mouth protection.
Q: When should I wear a mouth guard?
A: Whenever you are in an activity with a risk of falls or of head contact with other players or equipment. This includes football, baseball, basketball, soccer, hockey, skateboarding, even gymnastics. We usually think of football and hockey as the most dangerous to the teeth, but nearly half of sports-related mouth injuries occur in basketball and baseball.
Q: How do I choose a mouth guard?
A: Any mouth guard works better than no mouth guard. We custom make mouth guards in both soft and hard materials.
Drs. Lim or Azizi can advise you on what type of mouth guard is best for you. You may schedule an appointment with us by calling 604-688-7201.
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