Back-to-School Sports? Don't Forget a Custom Mouthguard

As students head back to school, fall sports are gearing up across Jacksonville and St. Johns County. Whether your child is stepping onto the football field or volleyball court now is the perfect time to make sure they're equipped with the right protective gear, including a custom sports mouthguard.

A sports mouthguard is one of the simplest and most effective ways to help protect your child's teeth, gums, and jaw from injuries during practices and games. Just like helmets and pads, a properly fitted mouthguard is an important part of staying safe while playing the sports they love.

Is Your Child Ready for the Season?

Whether your child plays football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, lacrosse, wrestling, or another contact or high-impact sport, protecting their smile should be part of their game plan.

A custom sports mouthguard helps cushion impacts to the teeth and jaw, reducing the risk of:

• Chipped or broken teeth

• Knocked-out teeth

• Jaw injuries

• Soft tissue injuries to the lips, cheeks, and tongue

• Damage to braces and orthodontic appliances

Research also suggests that a properly fitted mouthguard may help absorb and distribute impact forces to the jaw. Wearing one is an important part of an athlete's protective equipment and may help lessen the force transmitted during an impact.

Many athletes rely on over-the-counter "boil-and-bite" mouthguards, but these often don't provide the same level of comfort, fit, or protection as a custom-made mouthguard designed specifically for their smile.

Why Choose a Custom Sports Mouthguard?

At Airway Dental & More, we create custom sports mouthguards that are made specifically for your smile.

Custom mouthguards offer several advantages:

• A precise, comfortable fit

• Better protection during sports and recreational activities

• Easier breathing and speaking

• Greater durability than many store-bought options

• A better fit for patients with braces or orthodontic treatment

When a mouthguard fits well, athletes are much more likely to wear it consistently, which is exactly what you want when they're on the field or court.

Add It to Your Back-to-School Checklist

As you're shopping for backpacks, school supplies, and new shoes, don't forget one of the most important pieces of sports equipment: a custom mouthguard.

Our team is happy to help athletes of all ages protect their smiles throughout the school year.

Contact Airway Dental & More today at 904-268-4466 to schedule your appointment and ask about our custom sports mouthguards. It's a simple step that can make a big difference all season long.