Why Mouth Guards Are Essential for Contact Sports
Sports-related dental injuries are far more common than most people realise. According to dental health research, athletes without mouth guards are 60 times more likely to experience dental trauma.
For players undergoing orthodontic treatment, the risk can be even higher without the right protection.
Mouth Guards for Patients with Braces
If you or your child currently has braces, wearing a mouth guard is essential.
Brackets and wires can cause additional injury to the inside of the mouth during impact. A properly designed orthodontic mouth guard:
- Cushions the lips and cheeks from braces
- Protects teeth and orthodontic appliances
- Allows room for tooth movement during treatment
- Reduces the risk of emergency orthodontic repairs
At Fresh Smiles Orthodontics, we design mouth guards specifically for patients wearing braces or a combination of appliances so they remain comfortable and effective throughout treatment.
What About Clear Aligner Patients?
For patients using clear aligners such as Invisalign clear aligners, aligners should always be removed before playing sport.
Once removed, a custom sports mouth guard should be worn to protect the teeth from impact. Standard store-bought mouth guards often fit poorly and can be uncomfortable, which leads many players to remove them during games — defeating their purpose.
Protecting Young Athletes in Geelong and Surf coast
With junior football leagues and school sports starting across the region, now is the perfect time for parents to organise a properly fitted mouth guard.
Dental trauma in children and teenagers can lead to long-term dental complications, expensive treatment, and time away from sport. Prevention is always the best approach.
Book a Mouth Guard Fitting Before the Season Starts
A custom mouth guard appointment is quick and simple. Our team will take a precise scan or impression of your teeth and design a mouth guard that fits securely and protects your smile all season long.
If you or your child are playing sport this year, don’t wait until an injury occurs.
Protect your smile before the first bounce of the season.
Fresh Smiles Orthodontics
Custom Sports Mouth Guards for Geelong and Surf coast athletes
Book a consultation today and play sport with confidence.