Sports Mouthguards

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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.21-009_single

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.

 

 

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