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Mouth Guard Benefits

January 13, 2017
8 yearsago

Westchester NY Dentist discusses the benefits of Mouth Guard

A mouth guard, also known as mouth protector, is a flexible covering worn over teeth to provide protection against impact or other injuries. It is often worn by athletes during their games or those suffering from bruxism or teeth grinding. The mouth guard usually covers the upper teeth. However, those with a protruding jaw or those who wear braces, retainers, and other dentures may wear it on their lower teeth.

The benefits of wearing a mouth guard are the following:

  1. Protection for the teeth

    The number one reason why mouth guards are worn is to protect the teeth from damage. In contact sports, a blow to the mouth is not uncommon. When this happens, the force of the impact is absorbed by teeth or jaw. The impact can cause tooth fracture, tooth dislodgement, or damage to the existing dental work such as dental crowns, bridges, porcelain veneers, etc.

    A sports mouth guard can help dissipate the force of impact. Its spongy quality helps absorb the energy of the blow while its stiffness distributes the energy of a traumatic force over a larger area. These effects will lessen the load on each tooth, thus, reduces the probability of any tooth damage.

  2. Protection of the Soft Tissues such as Lips, Cheeks, and Gums

    The mouth guard also protects the soft tissues of the mouth by the similar way it does when protecting the teeth. The mouth guard absorbs most of the traumatic blow, therefore, less energy is only left to impact the soft tissues.

  3. Protection of the Jaw

    A blow on the mouth might not only damage the teeth but also cause brain injury. Mouth guards help prevent this by serving as a shock absorber and by hampering the hinge of the lower jaw from being pushed into the base of the brain during impact.

  4. Psychological Benefit

    There is a psychological benefit of wearing mouth guard, and that is to make athletes more aggressive knowing any blow to the mouth will not cause much injury.

    Mouth guards are an essential protective gear for athletes offering protection of the teeth. Moreover, Mouth guards also help those people with bruxism in preserving their teeth.

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Dental Care for People w/ Alzheimer’s

January 13, 2017
8 yearsago

Dentist near Greenwich CT

A person suffering from Alzheimer’s disease may forget how to do regular tasks including hygiene including tooth brushing. However, families and friends can help assist the issue. Proper oral hygiene is important to prevent issues with eating, digestion, and other infections, in particular for people who are prone to forgetting this important health routine.

Steps in Oral Care

If you have a family member with Alzheimer, here are some dental tips that you can apply:

  1. Floss at least once a day

    • It can be done by having a floss holder. There are also special sticks or picks that can be good alternatives.
    • The family dentist can even provide anti-microbial solutions for the gums while using floss.

  2. Brush twice a day

    • Look for a toothbrush that is manageable by the patient and that is easy for others to use as well if in case the patient needs assistance.
    • Consult the dentist if fluoride is okay for the patient.

  3. Schedule monthly inspections

    • Get a list of watch outs from the dentist and how to get rid of it.
    • If in any case, there are dental issues found like swollen gums, see a dentist immediately.

  4. Clean after every meal

    • Gently brush the gums using a toothbrush with soft bristles.
    • The patient’s dentures should be cleaned after every meal to prevent cavities
    • Check the mouth of the patient if there are any food remaining; sometimes they cannot swallow well. Hence, it is important to check after every meal.

  5. Regular Visits

    • Schedule a dental visit even at the start of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
    • Have a list of the patient’s medications taken currently to inform the dentist. This helps him/her proceed with the further checks.
    • For any difficulty or pain, go to the dentist as soon as possible.

Indeed, Alzheimer’s is a difficult illness to handle. Aside from physical assistance, the patient is really in need of care and utmost attention. Hence, cooperation is significant to help in the patient’s dental condition.

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