{"id":191,"date":"2021-08-13T16:59:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-13T16:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/blog\/?p=191"},"modified":"2021-09-16T17:01:54","modified_gmt":"2021-09-16T17:01:54","slug":"3-common-dental-emergency-among-athletes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/blog\/3-common-dental-emergency-among-athletes\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Most Common Dental Emergencies Among Athletes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_295556425__1631811582_73038.jpg\" alt=\"male athlete playing soccer\" class=\"wp-image-192\" width=\"290\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_295556425__1631811582_73038.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_295556425__1631811582_73038-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 290px) 100vw, 290px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that almost half of all dental injuries are sports-related? Athletes are among the most at-risk group of people for dental emergencies. Studies show that about ten percent of players will end up with a dental or facial injury in any given athletic season. Although it used to be considered a rite of passage, people are now more aware of the serious long-term health issues that can arise from oral injuries. Here are the three most common oral injuries among athletes and what you can do to protect your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 3 Most Common Dental Emergencies Among Athletes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you an athlete? Here are the three most common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">injuries<\/a> to watch out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cracked Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always be careful when participating in sports that involve balls, bats, or physical contact. One blow to the face could easily result in a cracked or fractured tooth. If the tooth shows cracks that appear across it, they\u2019re called \u201ccraze lines\u201d and don\u2019t necessarily pose a threat to your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if the crack begins at the tooth\u2019s chewing surface and extends downward, it\u2019s considered a cracked tooth. With that, you might experience the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sharp pain when biting down<\/li><li>Recurring tooth pain<\/li><li>Pain while eating and drinking (particular when consuming hot or cold foods and drinks)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since a cracked tooth isn\u2019t always noticeable, you might not realize you have one until your dentist discovers it during a checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fractured Roots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you sustain a blow at a certain angle, it could cause a fractured root. In these instances, a crack begins at the root level and extends upward to the tooth\u2019s crown. Because fractured roots are often invisible, athletes only realize they have one when an infection develops. Patients may need root canal therapy to prevent the infection from spreading to the pulp \u2013 otherwise, it could lead to tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tooth Intrusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rather than knocking a tooth out, some sports injuries can drive a tooth back <em>into<\/em> the jawbone. This type of injury is referred to as an intrusion and is usually more common in baby teeth. However, it can happen to athletes of all ages! Tooth intrusion can lead to other complications, including the destruction of the tooth pulp, root resorption (shortening of the roots), and ankylosis (fusion of injured tooth\u2019s root to the alveolar bone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prevent a Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an athlete, you must take all measures necessary to keep your mouth safe. Here are two ways you can protect your teeth while playing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Wear a mouthguard. <\/strong>It\u2019s a necessity when playing any sport that involves bats, balls, sticks, or physical contact. Mouthguards are custom-fitted to your mouth, protecting it against impact.<\/li><li><strong>Don a helmet. <\/strong>If you want an added layer of protection, consider wearing a sturdy helmet with a faceguard. It\u2019ll protect your head <em>and<\/em> mouth against injury!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though modern dentistry can repair most of these sports-related injuries, they can still take a toll on your oral health. So, before playing your favorite sport, be sure to follow all protective measures necessary to keep your smile safe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Galleria Dentistry, we pride ourselves on providing compassionate, exceptional, individually tailored dental care that can meet all your oral health needs. Our team understands that dental emergencies can happen when you least expect them to, which is why we are here for you when you need it most. If you sustain a sports-related injury, don\u2019t hesitate to give us a call. Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galleriadentistry.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(239) 249-8582<\/strong> to schedule an emergency appointment \u2013 we\u2019ll provide you with the prompt relief you deserve!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that almost half of all dental injuries are sports-related? Athletes are among the most at-risk group of people for dental emergencies. Studies show that about ten percent of players will end up with a dental or facial injury in any given athletic season. 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