{"id":247,"date":"2019-08-15T14:23:19","date_gmt":"2019-08-15T14:23:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/?p=247"},"modified":"2019-08-27T14:24:00","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T14:24:00","slug":"sportsguards-dentist-in-north-raleigh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/sportsguards-dentist-in-north-raleigh\/","title":{"rendered":"Custom Sportsguards: Better to Be Safe Than Sorry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_234839324__1566915790_35963-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"rugby team walking on a field\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_234839324__1566915790_35963-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_234839324__1566915790_35963-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_234839324__1566915790_35963.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>You never realize how much you appreciated something until it\u2019s gone. When you have a full set of teeth one day, and two that are knocked out the next, you can\u2019t reverse the clock and put in a custom-crafted sportsguard from your dentist in North Raleigh before you go out onto the field. It\u2019s too late for that. A quality-made and a perfectly-fitted mouthguard is one of the most important pieces of athletic gear to own. Instead of regretting damaging your smile, protect your teeth from the get-go.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What is a Custom Mouth Guard?<\/h2>\n<p>When you visit your dentist, they can craft an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/services.html\">athletic mouthguard<\/a> that is specially fitted to your teeth. They\u2019re made from FDA-approved, safe, and resilient material that covers all of the teeth on your arch. Because they\u2019re formed specifically to your mouth, they are more secure and comfortable compared to one-size-fits-all ones that you can purchase in the store. Not to mention, they\u2019re easy to clean!<\/p>\n<h2>Why is it Important to Protect Your Mouth While Playing Sports?<\/h2>\n<p>All athletes who participate in contact sports like soccer, basketball, and ice hockey should own and wear their mouthguard. When they don\u2019t, they\u2019re putting themselves at risk of experiencing severe oral trauma and damage.<\/p>\n<p>Although custom dental sportsguards may seem like they\u2019re pricey to begin with, they\u2019re not even a fraction of the price of restorative work that you\u2019ll need to repair your damaged teeth. By investing in quality protection before it\u2019s too late, you can save yourself thousands of dollars in medical and dental bills.<\/p>\n<h2>How Can Custom Mouth Guards Protect You?<\/h2>\n<p>Wearing a mouth guard is important while playing any sport or participating in hobbies that involve contact. When you invest in quality protection, you won\u2019t have to worry about needing dental work down the road due to a sports-related accident. When your mouth comes into contact with anything, your oral tissues and teeth will have to bear that force if you\u2019re not wearing a mouthguard. That can cause fractures, knocked-out teeth, and damaged restorations. Some other emergencies that a sportsguard can protect you from include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Jaw fractures<\/li>\n<li>Soft tissue injuries<\/li>\n<li>Cheek and tongue injuries<\/li>\n<li>Lip lacerations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you get a mouthguard from your dentist instead of at the store, you can count on the fact that it will have the ADA Seal of Acceptance. This means that\u00a0they have proven that the materials it\u2019s made from are safe in your mouth and won\u2019t irritate your oral tissues. It also means that the guards are free of sharp or jagged edges that can cut your lips or mouth. And lastly,\u00a0that the guard has passed durability tests related to its ability to withstand impact and resist tearing. Instead of taking a gamble on your smile by choosing the least costly option, choose the product that is proved to perform the best, so you can do the same!<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Philip Lisk has been serving his community of North Raleigh since 1997. He is passionate about providing his patients with preventive care so they can save time, money, and hassle in the long run. That\u2019s why he offers a variety of services such as sleep apnea treatment and custom mouth guards for patients who are athletes or who grind their teeth. For questions or to schedule an appointment, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drlisk.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 919-870-6892.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You never realize how much you appreciated something until it\u2019s gone. 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