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Smile Clinic, S.C.
1602 N 18th Street
Manitowoc, Wisconsin 54220
(866) 749-4331
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Why should you wear a
mouthguard? While mouthguards are not mandatory equipment in all sports, their worth is indisputable. Mouthguards cushion blows to the face and neck. A mouthguard should be part of every athlete's gear, no matter the sport. Even adults or weekend athletes need to protect their smile and preserve their health.
Do: Wear a mouthguard at all times when playing sports. Wear a mouthguard custom-fitted by your dentist, especially if you wear bridges or braces.
Don't: Wear removable appliances like retainers when playing sports.
There are two types of mouthguards:
Custom-made: Designed by a dentist and made on a cast of your teeth. These cause very little interference with speaking or breathing. They provide the best protection and fit over braces and fixed bridges. They also cost more.
Ready-made: Purchased at most sporting goods stores. They are the least expensive, the least effective, and least comfortable.
Those of you in
contact sports may require our "heavy-duty model," a must for football,
basketball, karate, or hockey.
Please call our office if you would like to "play it safe!" and wear a comfortable mouthguard and protect your teeth.
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