Mouthguards

The use of mouthguards will help to prevent oral injuries when participating in sports. Anyone who plays any kind of recreational activities should always wear a mouthguard. Mouthguards are required when playing football and hockey, but should even be worn when bike riding or roller blading. A mouthguard is made from a plastic like material and is worn over the teeth to protect them from injury.

Activities

1. Review the mouthguard fact sheet and list activities in which a mouthguard should be worn and why.
2. Obtain different types of mouthguards and discuss different ways that mouthguards can be made.

Mouthguard Fact Sheet

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