Sports Mouthguards

Sports Injury Statistics

• 62% of Canadian ice hockey players have lost one or more front teeth.
• 1 in every 6 sports related injuries occurs to the head and face.
• An estimated 5 million teeth are knocked out each year during sports activities.
• Ice hockey is the contact sport with the greatest risk of orofacial injury.

What Do Mouthguards Do?

• Protect the teeth, gums, and jaw from injuries resulting in a blow to the face.
• Prevent loss or fracture of teeth due to sports contact with the face.
• Protect top and bottom teeth from severe clenching during sports, which may cause fractures, excessive wear, or injury.
• Provides a cover for the sharp incisal edges of the front teeth which may injure the tongue or lips.

Why Make a Custom Mouthguard?

• They ensure retention of the mouthguard in a collision or in contact sports.
• They provide a protective layer between the object of impact and the tooth.
• They protect the lip from lacerations caused by the teeth.

How Can We Help You?

• We can fabricate custom fit mouthguards starting at as low as $50.
• Many different colours available for you to choose from.
• Contact Candice or Ashley at our office to find out more information about our Calgary Minor Hockey League Mouthguard Program.