What are Sportsguards?

Sportsguards or mouthguards are plastic appliances that are used to protect the hard and soft tissues of the mouth during sporting activities. These can be custom made, “boil and bite” or preformed mouthguards. The custom made ones provide the best protection. Mouthguards can prevent tooth fractures and tooth loss. To some degree, it can also prevent jaw fractures. It also prevents soft tissue injuries to the lips and cheeks, particularly to those wearing braces. They can be made in a variety of fun colors.

Invisalign

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Invisalign is a series of clear removable aligners that are used as an alternative to braces. These are custom made to fit each individual. The total number of aligners depends upon the severity of the problem. These gradually straighten the teeth and can be removed for eating and brushing the teeth. Come by and see us to know more about this option.

The First Orthodontic Visit

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The First Orthodontic Visit | Caparas-Goduco Dental Specialists

Children should be brought to the orthodontist no later than age 7. By age 6, some permanent teeth would already have erupted.

At this time, the orthodontist can determine if there are any problems that need attention, as well as take the necessary steps to influence your child’s dental and jaw growth to create the best bite.

The First Dental Visit

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Because our concern is the prevention of dental problems, it is necessary to see children and their parents very early in the child’s development. Our office, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Philippine Pediatric Dental Society Inc. all recommend that the first dental visit should be scheduled around the first birthday.

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