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Wear Your Mouth Guard!

Protect Your Team, Protect Your Teeth

No one is invincible. Accidents can happen to anyone. Studies show that the chance of an athlete damaging their teeth increases by 60 times if they aren’t wearing a protective mouth guard. When worn properly, a mouth guard can lower the risk of harm to an athlete’s teeth, lips, tongue, and jaw. Taking the time now to prevent damage is much better than trying to repair damage at a later date.

Making the Right Decision

You can buy a stock mouth guard at a sporting goods store, or you can receive a custom fit mouth guard by Atlanta Orthodontist Dr. Marc S. Wright. Stock guards don’t offer the confidence that comes with the personalized fit that a custom-made orthodontic appliance can offer. A personalized mouth guard, made just for you, provides the absolute best fit and defense against injury and possible irreparable damage to your mouth, jaw or teeth.

Not only does an off the rack mouth guard offer less protection than a custom guard, due to the fact that it isn’t a precise fit, but it can restrict your breathing or speech or just feel painful or uncomfortable. It is impossible to make a perfect fit with a mouth guard bought at a sporting goods store. A custom made mouth guard fits you perfectly, and if any discomfort develops, it can be fixed by Dr. Marc S. Wright.

Taking Care

Your mouth guard takes care of you, so it is important to give it proper care in return. Always rinse it with cool water or even mouthwash before and after each use. Every so often, give it a much deeper cleaning with soapy water. Never place it in hot water or leave it in the sun. Heat can damage it.

Always Play It Safe!

When you make the wise choice to wear a sports mouth guard, you are protecting your mouth and jaw from the possible damage of an accident. Atlanta orthodontist Dr. Marc S. Wright can meet all your mouth guard needs. Play hard, but don’t forget to play smart. Protect your smile by wearing one of the most important pieces of equipment, a sports mouth guard. If you play a sport, and you are interested in a customized mouth guard, call Wright Orthodontics to schedule an appointment for a free consultation.