Here at Cater Galante Orthodontics, we are seeing a lot of injuries lately from children not using a mouthguard as they are participating in sports activities. Mouthguards are the most critical piece of equipment your athlete can wear to protect their teeth!

Santa Doesn’t Want To Bring You Teeth for Christmas!

Dentistry Today states, "More than 5 million teeth are avulsed each year due to sports injuries and trauma, and in certain cases, these avulsions can be attributed to the absence of a mouthguard or improperly fabricated and fitted mouthguards.”

The impact a sports-related injury can have on your mouth is very costly, both time and money. Losing a tooth, or even worse, teeth can be challenging when it comes to smiling, eating, talking—everything!

Children with braces are mainly on the radar for a mouthguard, as we see twice as many patients with mouth injuries due to braces and not wearing a mouthguard!

And it’s not just athletes who need to wear a mouthguard! We have seen patients who have fallen off their bikes and hit the handlebars with their mouths, breaking a front tooth at the gum line and requiring a root canal and a crown!

Kids who are participating in any activity where their mouths could be at risk should be fitted for a mouth guard!

Protect Smiles On and Off the Field—Schedule Your Free Orthodontic Consultation Today

Protect your child’s smile today! Equip them with a mouthguard to prevent costly dental injuries and ensure their teeth stay safe during sports and activities. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with Cater Galante Orthodontics to explore how we can protect and perfect their smile. Don’t wait—secure their dental health now.