Spring may be a time for sports, sun and fun, but it's also a time when you have to be careful. At Kildonan Orthodontics, we know how important it is to protect your face while playing sports. Spring is around the corner, and the spring months bring an increase in outdoor activities—and a greater chance of damaging your precious mouth and pearly whites. Dr. Nickolaychuk and our dedicated professional team also know sports-related injuries are common among children. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, 70 percent of parents said their biggest worry is that their child will get injured while playing sports.
That’s why our team at Kildonan Orthodontics is doing our part to spread the word that facial sports injuries can be avoided simply by reminding your kids to wear mouth guards. Ask us—we will provide a mouth guard for any patient in active treatment at no additional charge. In addition, the AAO has provided the following tips for keeping your kids safe on the field. Please remind them to:
• Wear mouth guards during contact sports
• Wear a helmet
• Stretch before and after a game or practice
• Wear protective eye wear
• Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
• Be observant—even as a spectator
All of these can reduce injuries. Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. Be sure to avoid mouth guards that custom form to your teeth as these will resist any tooth movements Dr. Nickolaychuk is trying to achieve. Lastly, please give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at Kildonan Orthodontics.