Showing posts with label mouth guards. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mouth guards. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Mouth Guards and Sports Injuries, with Dr. Goldknopf

Wouldn’t you believe it, it’s already springtime! The spring months, however, bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of kids damaging their precious mouths and pearly whites. If you play sports, it's important that you consult Dr. Joshua Goldknopf for special precautions, such as wearing a mouth guard. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing spring sports such as baseball, soccer, lacrosse and others. Be sure, however, to avoid mouth guards that custom form to your teeth as these will resist any tooth movements we are trying to achieve.

In case of any accident involving the face, check your mouth and the appliances immediately. If teeth are loosened or the appliances damaged, please schedule an appointment with The Dr. Goldknopf.

Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. Please give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at The Brace Place.

Friday, November 19, 2010

Dr. Goldknopf, reminding you to wear your mouth guard

Fall sports season is upon is, and Dr. Josh Goldknopf would like to take this time to remind our young athletes in orthodontic treatment to take care of both your mouth and appliances while participating in contact sports (and non-contact sports) as well.

If you play fall sports, or are planning on participating in winter sports, please remember to:

• Wear mouth guards during contact sports
• Wear a helmet
• Stretch before and after a game or practice
• Wear protective eye wear
• Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
• Be observant—even as a spectator


Remember, only by using a mouth guard can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. The next time you're in for a visit with Dr. Goldknopf, be sure to ask him for a mouth guard! Have a great weekend.