{"id":431,"date":"2014-10-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-10-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/\/template2\/dental-care-blog\/wear-and-maintain-your-mouthguard\/"},"modified":"2014-10-22T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2014-10-22T00:00:00","slug":"wear-and-maintain-your-mouthguard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/graystonedental\/dental-care-blog\/wear-and-maintain-your-mouthguard\/","title":{"rendered":"Wear (and maintain) Your Mouthguard!"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n

\"\" LET\u2019S TALK ABOUT TWO THINGS.<\/strong> First, the importance of wearing<\/strong> a mouthguard if you (or someone you care for) is involved in just about any type of sport. And second, the importance of maintaining<\/strong> that mouthguard. Mouthguards provide far more value than simply protecting teeth. They also help prevent head injuries. How? Mouthguards act as a \u201cshock absorber\u201d to help cushion the head against sports-related concussions. Young or old athlete, and regardless of the sport, they just make sense. <\/p>\n

Whether You\u2019re An NFL Linebacker, Middle-Aged Weekend Warrior, Or Little League Short Stop<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Take a couple of minutes to learn about mouthguards from this short video: <\/p>\n

3 Ways To Keep Your Mouthguard In\u00a0Great Condition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Clean It Frequently<\/h4>\n
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  • Rinse it\u00a0with cool water after every use.<\/li>\n
  • Gently brush it occasionally with toothbrush and toothpaste.<\/li>\n
  • Avoid hot water as it may change the fit.<\/li>\n
  • For a deep cleaning, try denture cleaner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Be Responsible<\/h4>\n
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    • Don\u2019t chew on your mouthguard.<\/li>\n
    • Keep it in a hard, protective container that allows for air flow.<\/li>\n
    • Don\u2019t leave it\u00a0in direct sunlight or in a hot car. This can distort the guard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Get It Checked Regularly<\/h4>\n
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      • Bring your mouthguard with you when you visit us. We\u2019ll make sure it fits correctly and protects your smile.<\/li>\n
      • If you wear braces or have a protruding jaw, talk to us about the best options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Take Good Care Of Your Mouthguard, And It Will Take Care Of Your Smile<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Mouthguards are the best defense for your smile on the field and on the court. Don\u2019t have a mouthguard? Talk to us.<\/strong> And if you have any questions about mouthguards, please let us know. <\/p>\n

        Thanks for trusting us with your dental health!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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