Sports Guards and Mouth Guards Articles

Teeth are meant to bite and chew food every day of your life. However, if you have a bad habit of grinding teeth, it can have grave consequences for your smile. Chronic teeth grinding and clenching, technically called bruxism, can cause premature tooth wear, headaches, and other unpleasant symptoms. At Kingsgate Dental, Dr. Ann Kelley […]

Imagine what could happen if you lost one or two teeth. Eating, smiling, talking, and cleaning your teeth could be affected. When participating in your favorite sport, a knock or fall is all it takes to damage your smile.  Dental injuries shouldn’t discourage you from showing your potential in the field of play. Kingsgate Dental […]

As the popularity of competitive sports increases among young people, so does the number of sports injuries. By wearing protective sports gear, young athletes can protect themselves against mishaps on the sports field. Many coaches recommend the use of sports mouthguards for protection against oral injuries. If you’re an avid sports player and want added […]

Although teeth grinding (bruxism) is a common problem, that doesn’t mean it should be accepted as part of life. Teeth grinding over a period of time can damage your teeth, which will detract from the beauty of your smile. At Kingsgate Dental, Kirkland, Washington, we offer a practical solution to teeth grinding issues in the […]

Sports injuries are one of the most common ways to incur a dental emergency. Sports guards or mouthguards are devices that go over the teeth to protect them in case of injury to the head. If you or your child participates in any body contact or aggressive sports, it’s important to include mouthguards as part […]

When people think of mouthguards, they usually think of them as those that kids and adults wear while playing sports to protect their teeth from a rogue ball or a tackle gone wrong, but there are other reasons for using a mouthguard. The importance of using mouthguards when sleeping is noted by adults and children […]

Participating in sports is a great way to stay active, healthy and to spend time with others. Participating in regular team sports, though, does have its risks. One of the main risks that athletes face is damage to their teeth. At Kingsgate Dental, serving Kirkland, WA, Dr. Ann Kelley can help you protect your mouth […]

Following proper dental care, tips are very important. If you grind your teeth a lot, one tip that you may receive from a dentist is to wear a dental mouthguard at night while you sleep. Dental mouthguards are designed to match your teeth and mouth perfectly and can provide a variety of benefits for you. […]

If you are involved in sporting activities where it is high-contact or high-impact, it is incredibly important that you protect your smile with an athletic sports mouthguard. At Kingsgate Dental in Kirkland, Washington, patients can obtain a customized mouthguard to protect their smile from permanent and irreversible damage. Why is it important to wear a […]

Bruxism is a condition that affects many adult Americans. The condition, which is characterized by clenching and grinding of the teeth, can impact the smile dramatically. For patients who clench and grind during their sleep, a night guard can be used. This is a special mouth guard for sleeping that covers the upper and lower […]

Men, women, teenagers, and children who are involved in high impact sports such as football or soccer need to take great care in protecting their smiles. The mouth is extremely vulnerable to damage, and our team at Kingsgate Dental encourages you to protect your teeth with good quality mouthguards. Our Kirkland, WA area dentist recommends […]

When you think of an athlete wearing a mouth guard during play, you probably have the image of a football, basketball or hockey player in your mind. Dr. Ann Kelley and her team at Kingsgate Dental are here to let you know that even those that don’t participate in high-impact sports can (and probably should) […]

Protective gear should be worn by all children, teenagers, and adults who engage in contact sports. Many people remember the helmet and padding. However, the most commonly neglected area is the mouth, which should be equally protected. In Kirkland, WA, Dr. Ann Kelley and the team at Kingsgate Dental Clinic offer the benefit of custom […]

Children, teens, and adults who engage in sports protect their bodies by wearing helmets, elbow and knee pads, shin guards, shoulder pads, and chest protection. Athletics require the use of protective gear to guard the body and to shield the core and limbs from injury. The mouth must be considered as well. Dr. Ann Kelley […]

Dr. Ann Kelley and the team of Kingsgate Dental in Kirkland, WA are here to treat patients like family. The members of the practice care about everyone and believe in providing the best dental care available in the area. Part of dental care includes preventative care, including the use of a sports mouth guard. What […]