IMPACT CUSTOM LAMINATED MOUTHGUARDS

DENTAL INJURY

CUSTOM MOUTHGUARDS HELP PREVENT

A mouthguard can prevent serious injuries such as concussions, cerebral hemorrhages, incidents of unconsciousness, jaw fractures and neck injuries by helping to avoid situations where the lower jaw gets jammed into the upper jaw. Mouthguards are effective in moving soft issue in the oral cavity away from the teeth, preventing laceration and bruising of the lips and cheeks, especially for those who wear orthodontic appliances.

ONLY CUSTOM LAMINATED GIVES YOU THIS TYPE OF PROTECTION

Concussion Prevention and sports Mouthguards

Concussion is an alteration of consciousness, disturbance in vision and equilibrium caused by a direct blow to the head, rapid acceleration and/or deceleration of the head, or direct blow to the base of the skull from a vertical impact to the chin.

Levels of concussion

Asymptomatic- No headache, dizziness or impaired orientation, concentration or memory during rest or exertion.

Mild (level 1) - No loss of consciousness and Post traumatic amnesia (PTA) less than 30 minutes.

Moderate (level 2) - Loss of consciousness less than 5 minutes or PTA greater the 30 minutes.

Severe (level 3) - Loss of consciousness greater than 5 minutes or PTA greater than 24 hours.

During sporting events, blows are continuously being given to the chin (jaw). When a heavy blow is delivered to the chin, the force goes up the lower jaw into the jaw joint, at this level the forces are transmitted to major nerves exiting the base of the brain, blood supplies to the brain, as well as the balance center located near the jaw joint. The end result is this force can leave the athlete with one of the concussive levels and symptoms listed.

Symptoms of concussion

Headaches

Earaches

Facial pain

Dizziness

Impaired speech

Scientific studies and practical experience time and again have demonstrated the effectiveness of mouthguards in preventing facial and dental injuries and especially the prevention of concussion.

TOOTH LOSS

In the event that an adult (permanent) tooth is knocked out (and any medical problems like concussions and neurological injuries have been assessed), certain steps should be followed to maximize survival of the tooth: Pick up tooth by the crown or enamel portion, NOT the root. Clean the tooth with water or saline solution. Do not dry, scrub or wrap the tooth. Reposition tooth in socket and hold in place.

Or,

Place tooth in cold milk (whole milk works best), in the mouth between cheek and teeth or in water (with a pinch of salt if available). Keep tooth moist at all times! See your dentist as soon as possible, within 30 minutes, for best chances of tooth survival and successful replacement.