Can you play football without a mouthpiece?
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Asked by: Tasha Kotarba
When you get hit in the face during a game, that blow sends shockwaves rippling through your teeth, jaw, and skull. Without a mouthguard, there’s nothing in place to block or minimize the intensity of the blow.Sep 30, 2017
Which sport has most concussions?
Overall, the data showed that the three sports with the highest concussion rates were:
- Boys’ football, with 10.4 concussions per 10,000 athlete exposures.
- Girls’ soccer, with 8.19 per 10,000 athlete exposures.
- Boys’ ice hockey, with 7.69 per 10,000 athlete exposures.
Oct 15, 2019
What can I use instead of a mouth guard?
If mouth guards are uncomfortable or do not help remedy the situation, consider these three alternative options to discuss with your dentist.
- Occlusal Splints. One of the more similar treatments to a mouth guard is an occlusal splint. …
- Botox Treatments. …
- Biofeedback.
Feb 11, 2020
