April is almost upon us, and our staff at Rad Orthodontics wants you, our valued young patients, to stay safe on the field this month - after all, April is National Facial Protection Month. Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, say children up to 14 years old account for 80 percent of all sports-related emergency room visits. Here are five tips to save face while having fun this spring.
1. Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse.
2. Wear a helmet
3. Wear protective eyewear
4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
5. Be alert, even as a spectator
We hope that helps. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities, says Dr. Rad. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our team at Rad Orthodontics. Stay safe!
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