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Article: MOUTH GUARDS ARE A SMART CHOICE FOR PROTECTING YOUR SMILE
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- April 3, 2007
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The Tennessee Department of Health issued the following news release:
As the weather begins to get warmer, children and teens get outside to participate in team and individual sports. Kids and parents alike should keep in mind that thousands of teens suffer tooth, lip, cheek and tongue injuries by blows to the face while engaging in spring sports and outdoor activities.
"A properly fitted mouth guard, or mouth protector, is an important piece of athletic gear that can protect your teeth and help you keep a beautiful smile," said Oral Health Services Director Suzanne Hayes, DDS. "Mouth guards are an essential piece of protection that goes along with pads, helmets, cleats and other sports ...