Mouthguards are an essential piece of equipment in contact sports. They should be worn by athletes of all ages who participate in sports such as:
- Football
- Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Wrestling
- Basketball
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
- …any sport where contact is a possibility.
Wearing a mouthguard helps prevent against structural damage to your teeth and jaw and also helps prevent injuries such as lacerations to your cheeks, tongue, and lips. Mouthguards have also been shown to help decrease the risk of concussions, which can have long-lasting effects on the body.
Mouthguards are available in most any sporting goods store, but you should be careful when purchasing a mouth guard. Mouthguards like this do not offer the best level of protection. They are also usually ill-fitting and uncomfortable. We find that our patients enjoy the look and feel of a custom mouth guard over store-bought options.
For the highest level of comfort and protection, you should visit your dentist for a custom mouthguard fitting. A custom mouthguard is created specifically for the optimal protection of YOUR mouth. It is created with thin plastic that is hardened to protect your teeth. The thinness of the custom mouthguard allows for easy breathing and also allows for easy communication. In addition, custom mouthguards come in a variety of colors to match your team or school.
Call your Purcellville Dentist at Purcellville Gateway today at 540-338-3330 for a custom mouthguard to protect your teeth and ensure that you maintain the highest level of performance on the field, court, or rink. Dr. Christopher Salas and Dr. Nadia Armentrout look forward to meeting you and keeping your mouth safe while you dominate your competition! Dental Smiles at Purcellville Gateway is a proud supporter of local teams and has donated team-branded mouth guards to high school football teams.
