08/06/2026
đ A Gum Guard Today. A Healthy Smile Tomorrow.
School hockey participation is high in South Africa, and while the sport offers incredible opportunities for young athletes, facial and dental injuries remain more common than many people realise.
Research shows that dental and facial injuries in hockey players can range from broken teeth and soft tissue injuries to jaw trauma and even complete tooth loss.
For children and teenagers, these injuries can have long-term effects because their teeth and facial bones are still developing.
A simple custom-fitted gum guard can help protect against:
âď¸ Broken or knocked-out teeth
âď¸ Jaw injuries
âď¸ Soft tissue trauma
âď¸ Future reconstructive surgery
For young athletes, prevention is always better than reconstruction.
Protecting a childâs smile today helps protect their confidence, oral health, and facial development for years to come.
đDr E. Rabie Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery
đ 012 881 4699