36% of Dental Injuries are sustained in Sport -
Make sure your child is not one of them!
Studies report that 75% of oral-facial injuries occur when athletes are not wearing mouthguards, and the resulting damage is about 60 times greater than those with mouth protection.
Factors that increase an athlete's likelihood of wearing a mouthguard include starting to wear it at an early age, ensuring it has an optimal fit (custom-fitted) and previous injury experience. Those who have experienced a previous oral trauma are more frequent users of mouthguards. But remember, "Prevention is always better than cure!"
Parents and coaches play a vital role in informing young athletes of the importance of wearing a mouthguard. It is encouraged that their use is enforced and made compulsory for participation.
Factors that increase an athlete's likelihood of wearing a mouthguard include starting to wear it at an early age, ensuring it has an optimal fit (custom-fitted) and previous injury experience. Those who have experienced a previous oral trauma are more frequent users of mouthguards. But remember, "Prevention is always better than cure!"
Parents and coaches play a vital role in informing young athletes of the importance of wearing a mouthguard. It is encouraged that their use is enforced and made compulsory for participation.
Mouthguards Victoria:
Every year in Victoria thousands of children are treated for dental injuries. When wearing a mouthguard shock is absorbed if a blow to the face is experienced, where an injury to the mouth or jaw could otherwise result. Outcomes of a heavy collision can include chipped or broken teeth, tooth loss, injuries to the gums, and, in severe cases, a broken jaw.
From 2002 to 2004, at least 2,000 dental injuries were treated in Victorian hospital emergency departments, with many more seeking treatment through public and private dental clinics.
Mouthguards Victoria construct custom-fitted mouthguards with a precision fit, allowing you to focus on your performance with confidence.
From 2002 to 2004, at least 2,000 dental injuries were treated in Victorian hospital emergency departments, with many more seeking treatment through public and private dental clinics.
Mouthguards Victoria construct custom-fitted mouthguards with a precision fit, allowing you to focus on your performance with confidence.
Mouthguards Victoria - Protecting your teeth for life!
