As a parent, there are few things worse than seeing your child get injured. So, when they knock out a tooth while sliding into home plate or bite down hard on their tongue during a tackle, it can mean a world of pain for both you and your little one. To prevent this from occurring, many sports necessitate protective gear to keep your child safe. However, all too often mouthguards aren’t required, which leads to over 5 million knocked-out teeth each year! Read on for four reasons your child should use a mouthguard in Fitchburg and how your pediatric dentist can help!
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