Just
in the United States alone, each year more teeth are knocked
out due to sports injuries than other accidental injuries.
Approximately 5 million teeth are lost while participating
in athletic events. There are over-the-counter mouthguards,
which come in one size and do not fit well. A poor fit may
result in obstructing breathing during exertion and will not
protect at the level it should.
The American Dental Association recommends a custom-made mouthguard, which our practice can provide, for all athletes in the following sports: basketball, boxing, field hockey, acrobatics, football, gymnastics, handball, lacrosse, ice hockey, martial arts, racquetball, roller hockey, shotputting, rugby, skateboarding, skiing, skydiving, soccer, squash, surfing, volleyball, weight lifting, wrestling, and water polo.
Russell E. Graham, DMD
2935 N Country Club Road
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 327-1205
RussellEGrahamDMD.com
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