Oral Health Topics

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To find information about the topic listed on this page, please visit the MouthHealthy.org page about Mouthguards.

Resources:

For the Dental Patient

• Do You Need a Mouthguard? (PDF)
• Protecting Teeth with Mouthguards (PDF)
• The Importance of Using Mouthguards (PDF)

Video:

• Custom Mouthguards  
• Mouthguards fror Children
• American Association of Orthodontists: Moms for Mouth Guards - How far would you go to protect your child during sports?

ADA Positions and Statements

• ADA Statement on Athletic Mouthguards 

External Links

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Academy for Sports Dentistry
Emergency Treatment of Athletic Dental Injuries 

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