{"id":214,"date":"2022-08-16T19:12:23","date_gmt":"2022-08-16T19:12:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/?p=214"},"modified":"2022-08-16T19:13:27","modified_gmt":"2022-08-16T19:13:27","slug":"when-you-should-wear-a-sportsguard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/when-you-should-wear-a-sportsguard\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Sports You Should Wear a Mouthguard For"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Athlete putting on sportsguard on the field\" class=\"wp-image-215\" width=\"317\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1536x1018.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-2048x1357.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that between 20 and 25 million children and teens are involved in competitive sports? While participation comes with numerous benefits (like learning how to work with a team and getting physical exercise), it also can result in unintentional injuries. In fact, more than 5 million teeth are knocked out annually, mostly as a result of a sports-related accident. That\u2019s why wearing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">sportsguard<\/a> is so important! To learn when you should wear yours (and where to get one), keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Sports You Should Wear a Sportsguard For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite popular belief, you should wear a sportsguard during contact and non-contact sports alike. A few that make the American Dental Association\u2019s list include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Football<\/li><li>Basketball<\/li><li>Boxing<\/li><li>Gymnastics<\/li><li>Handball<\/li><li>Ice hockey<\/li><li>Martial arts<\/li><li>Rugby<\/li><li>Wrestling<\/li><li>Skiing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s a good idea to talk to your dentist even if the sport you participate in isn\u2019t on this list. From there, they can determine if a sportsguard is necessary to protect your smile from any damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Store-Bought vs. Custom Mouthguards: Which Is Better?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Out of sheer convenience, you may think of opting for a store-bought sportsguard. Unfortunately, the one-size-fits-all nature makes them less effective. In some cases, they are even a choking hazard! So, it\u2019s best to talk to your dentist about having a custom one made. Depending on the sport you participate in (like tennis vs. boxing), they will design one that helps protect your teeth from being knocked out, cracked, or otherwise damaged. The real key is to get into the habit of wearing it each and every time, even during practice! After all, reports show that athletes are 60x more likely to experience a dental injury without a sportsguard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do If You Do Experience a Dental Injury<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you <em>do <\/em>experience a dental injury, do your absolute best not to panic. Instead, take a few deep breaths and do your best to assess the damage. If you\u2019ve knocked out a tooth, lost a restoration, or experienced another \u201cstraightforward\u201d dental emergency, then priority number one is to reach out to your dentist. If, on the other hand, you\u2019re struggling to breathe, can\u2019t control the bleeding, or are experiencing another potentially life-threatening condition alongside your dental injury, then you should call 911 or head to your nearest ER to get medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing a sportsguard may seem inconvenient. However, this small tool can play a large role in protecting your smile from damage! So, don\u2019t forget to wear it each and every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Leading our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/\">Pinnacle Dental<\/a> is Dr. James Zonghetti. With 20+ years of experience, he knows how to restore healthy, happy smiles. Even better, he\u2019s available for same-day appointments to ensure he\u2019s there to provide treatment when you need him most. If you want to learn more about sportsguards or you need last-minute care from our emergency dentist, then don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(781) 412-1412<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that between 20 and 25 million children and teens are involved in competitive sports? While participation comes with numerous benefits (like learning how to work with a team and getting physical exercise), it also can result in unintentional injuries. 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