Sports and teeth have had a tumultuous relationship over the years. You love your child’s smile, and chipping, cracking, or loss of teeth can affect your kid’s eating and speaking in a way you’d rather avoid. A sudden shock could even cause the teeth to injure the lips, cheeks, or tongue. An estimated 30 million kids play sports every year, and it’s not unlikely that your child will be among them. What can you do about the risks?
Luckily, a dentist-made custom mouthguard is a great way to manage the risk that comes with much-needed physical activity.
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