{"id":28,"date":"2019-09-15T12:07:56","date_gmt":"2019-09-15T12:07:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/?p=28"},"modified":"2025-08-01T16:44:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T16:44:27","slug":"braces-dallas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/15\/braces-dallas\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Protect Your Child\u2019s Braces During Sports"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_132555773-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"boy inserting athletic mouthguard\" class=\"wp-image-29\" style=\"width:297px;height:197px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_132555773-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_132555773-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_132555773-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s basketball, football, gymnastics, or anything in between, you love watching your child play their favorite sport. But for kids that have braces, Dallas parents may also worry about protecting their investment (and their child\u2019s teeth). You can do so easily when you follow the tips below &#8212; so you won\u2019t have to worry about a rough tackle or ball to the face making you take two steps back on their orthodontic treatment plan!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dangerous Sports for Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to activities that can put your child\u2019s braces at risk of breaking, the heavy-hitting sports that require special equipment are obvious. But pretty much any activity that involves moving at higher speeds and hard surfaces and\/or moving balls can threaten their orthodontic hardware.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These sports include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Football&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basketball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boxing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrestling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baseball\/softball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soccer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mountain biking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Protect Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is good news &#8212; you can protect your child&#8217;s braces by outfitting them with the proper gear. You wouldn\u2019t send them out onto the football field without a helmet and pads, so make sure their mouth is protected, too. You can do that with a custom mouthguard, which conforms to their unique dentition to provide the ultimate cushion and protection against impact. By providing a layer between the braces and their lips, you are also lowering the risk of them cutting their delicate soft oral tissue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your child\u2019s sport does not require them to wear a facemask,  consider having them wear this extra layer of protection as well. And make sure they always wear a helmet when biking or scooting!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Find Custom Appliances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Customized mouthguards provide far more protection than the one-size-fits-all options, as they are far more likely to stay in place since they fit properly. Plus, having the correct fit means it is more comfortable, too, which increases the chance that your child will actually <em>wear<\/em> the mouthguard &#8212; the most crucial ingredient to their success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But where to find a customized appliance? You can easily locate one-size-fits-all options at the grocery store or pharmacy, but it\u2019s not much more difficult to get one that is suited for your child\u2019s specific dental anatomy &#8212; you simply need to schedule an appointment with your dentist in Dallas who offers them! A unique mouthguard can be made after taking a quick mold of the teeth. And, with proper care and maintenance, it can last for an entire season before replacement is required. That\u2019s a worthy investment in your child\u2019s straight teeth and beautiful smile!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Arrechea has over 20 years of experience practicing dentistry and loves seeing her patients smile and feel confident in their oral health. She\u2019s proud to offer removable full and partial dentures as well as relining services to help her patients get the most out of their replacement teeth. To learn whether your dentures need to be adjusted, visit Daily Smiles Dental Dallas\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 214-624-6221 today to schedule an examination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether it\u2019s basketball, football, gymnastics, or anything in between, you love watching your child play their favorite sport. But for kids that have braces, Dallas parents may also worry about protecting their investment (and their child\u2019s teeth). 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