06/08/2026
Playing sports is great for your overall health. However there can be some risks to your dental health.
High impact or contact sports without a mouthguard can lead to injuries including broken or chipped teeth, nerve damage, jaw injuries or even losing a tooth altogether. If you are involved in any sport, we recommend you speak to your dentist about a custom fit mouthguard to protect your teeth.
Many people reach for sports or energy drinks while exercising, however these can have a very high sugar or acid content which can dental disease! While it is important to stay hydrated while exercising, we recommend sticking with water!