As player speed and strength increase, it becomes increasingly important that all protective equipment be of good quality and fit properly. A proper fitting, well maintained mouthguard will help to reduce the risk of injury to teeth and structures around the mouth as well as helping to reduce the risk/severity of concussions.
There are three basic types of mouth guards: stock (off the shelf) pieces, “boil and bite” mouthguards and dental, custom mouthguards. A good, easy to understand discussion of these is found at the Animated-Teeth.com site -site
While the relative merits of the different types of guards can be argued, it is generally thought that custom fitted guards offer the best level of protection. These mouthguards also tend to be worn correctly as opposed to becoming a “chewing device” (as is evident in some of the pictures).
The major knock against custom mouthguards is the cost. Dr. Jim Fox has generously offered to fit team members for mouth guards (and will deliver the mouthguard to the rink!). Parents can call Dr. Fox’s office at 519-837-0305 and speak to either Karen or Lynn. They will try to arrange a time that is convenient for a fitting.
This is a free service, kindly offered by Dr. Fox, that may well reduce the risk of serious injury. I would encourage everyone to take advantage of this.
There are three basic types of mouth guards: stock (off the shelf) pieces, “boil and bite” mouthguards and dental, custom mouthguards. A good, easy to understand discussion of these is found at the Animated-Teeth.com site -site
While the relative merits of the different types of guards can be argued, it is generally thought that custom fitted guards offer the best level of protection. These mouthguards also tend to be worn correctly as opposed to becoming a “chewing device” (as is evident in some of the pictures).
The major knock against custom mouthguards is the cost. Dr. Jim Fox has generously offered to fit team members for mouth guards (and will deliver the mouthguard to the rink!). Parents can call Dr. Fox’s office at 519-837-0305 and speak to either Karen or Lynn. They will try to arrange a time that is convenient for a fitting.
This is a free service, kindly offered by Dr. Fox, that may well reduce the risk of serious injury. I would encourage everyone to take advantage of this.
London photos are now available for viewing -link
Congratulations to the Toronto Red Wings for Winning the Co-op Cup, beating Don Mills Flyers 3-2 in the final.
Bye for now.
Ken
Go Storm Go!
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