Sports activities very often may cause injuries. Head injuries, neck, face, the soft parts of the mouth and teeth are very significant share in the occurrence of injuries in sports.
A big role in preventing injuries of teeth and oral cavity has a mouth guard. It is recommended for the youngest athletes, but also to the aged.
There are:
– Extraoral dental guards which are in the form of a mesh and are fastened to the helmet.
– Intraoral dental guards that are placed in the mouth.
Intraoral – individual mouthguard is more expensive, but is the most comfortable to wear, most durable, allows smooth breathing and speech.
