{"id":190,"date":"2021-04-04T20:43:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-04T20:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brushforkids.com\/blog\/?p=190"},"modified":"2021-04-12T20:45:08","modified_gmt":"2021-04-12T20:45:08","slug":"mouthguards-in-hinsdale-and-the-importance-of-protecting-your-childs-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brushforkids.com\/blog\/2021\/04\/04\/mouthguards-in-hinsdale-and-the-importance-of-protecting-your-childs-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Facial Protection is Necessary to Keep Smiles Safe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Did you know that April is National Facial Protection Month? With temperatures rising and children spending more of their time playing outside, you will want to take extra steps to keep them safe from more than just allergies. Whether they are riding bikes or engaging in sports, dental injuries can turn any beautiful day into one filled with panic and uncertainty. Fortunately, your child\u2019s pediatric dentist<\/a> is here to share what steps you can take as a parent to better protect their face and smile. Read on to learn more about the benefits of facial protection and customized mouthguards<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Importance of Proper Facial Protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to a news release compiled by various national dental organizations, a 2015 study in the journal of Sports Health<\/em> stated that an estimated $500 million is spent to replace and repair more than 5 million teeth affected by sports-related injuries. It is also estimated that to treat and maintain a knocked-out tooth and the treatment that follows can range from $5,000-$20,000 over a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Needless to say, if the Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Dental Association (ADA), the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) come together to raise awareness about facial protection, you\u2019ll want to listen. Far too many mouth, face, and head injuries occur each year as a result of children\u2019s sports. From knocked-out or chipped teeth to busted lips and fractured jaws, making sure children are equipped with the right forms of facial protection is essential to avoiding trips to the local emergency room or dentist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Types of Facial Protection Are Available?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the activity your child is participating in, you may want to provide them with more than just one form of facial protection. After all, these unexpected visits can lead to costly and timely procedures, many of which can cause your child to miss school and valuable instruction. The most common forms of face protection your child will need include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n