{"id":74,"date":"2022-01-28T19:48:23","date_gmt":"2022-01-28T19:48:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2024-08-07T21:38:08","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T21:38:08","slug":"will-braces-affect-your-sports-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/28\/will-braces-affect-your-sports-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"Worried Braces Will Affect Your Sports Performance? Read This!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of athlete playing soccer\" class=\"wp-image-75\" style=\"width:282px;height:188px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picture1-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Do you participate in a school sport? Do you and your friends enjoy playing a pick-up game of soccer on the weekends? Maybe you\u2019re a professional athlete and your livelihood relies on your ability to play. Whatever the case may be, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/orthodontic-services.html\">braces<\/a> won\u2019t stand in your way! In fact, undergoing orthodontic treatment can provide you with a smile you are proud to show off when you cross the finish line, score a touchdown, or make a goal. To learn how to protect your braces (and your teeth) during sports, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Athletics and Orthodontics: How To Keep Your Teeth Safe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preventing a dental emergency is important, especially if you have braces. After all, the last thing you want is to fall off-track with your treatment plan because of a loose bracket, broken wire, or damaged tooth. For this reason, it\u2019s essential that you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Opt for water instead of sports drinks, which are often high in sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a mouthguard when you play (even if it\u2019s a non-contact sport).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid foods on your dietary restrictions list, like hard, sticky, and sugary treats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement a solid at-home oral hygiene routine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit your dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid unhealthy dental habits, like chewing on ice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do If You Experience an Orthodontic Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The above best practices will significantly lower your chances of experiencing an orthodontic emergency. Sadly, however, they aren\u2019t entirely preventable. Priority number one is to assess the situation. If you\u2019re bleeding uncontrollably, having a hard time swallowing, or have a fractured jaw, then you should call 911 or head to your nearest ER immediately. If you\u2019re okay, with the exception of a broken bracket, loose wire, or tooth-related injury, then getting in touch with your orthodontist is the best course of action. From there, they can take a look at your mouth and determine what\u2019s needed to get your treatment back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether sports are a stress-relieving outlet or your livelihood, it\u2019s natural to be hesitant about getting braces. After all, you don\u2019t want your orthodontics to throw off your performance. Luckily, you won\u2019t have to worry about that. A few weeks into your treatment, you\u2019ll hardly know they are there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In his 30+ years of experience, Dr. Codi Saunders has helped countless athletes correct misaligned teeth and poor bites. With cutting-edge technology, personalized treatments, and years of training, he knows what it takes to keep your teeth healthy, happy, and safe throughout your time with braces. If you have any questions about what you can and can\u2019t do with braces or simply want to schedule an appointment, don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with our team via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at <strong>(617) 698-8883<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you participate in a school sport? Do you and your friends enjoy playing a pick-up game of soccer on the weekends? Maybe you\u2019re a professional athlete and your livelihood relies on your ability to play. Whatever the case may be, braces won\u2019t stand in your way! 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