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Project Mouthguard

R A Flanders1

  • 1Division of Dental Health, Illinois Department of Public Health, USA.

Illinois Dental Journal
|March 1, 1995
PubMed
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Sports dentistry programs can prevent sports-related orofacial trauma. Project Mouthguard provides custom mouthguards to athletes, aiming to reduce injuries through awareness and protective gear.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Dental Public Health
  • Injury Prevention

Background:

  • Orofacial trauma from sports is a significant health issue in the US.
  • The dental profession has a key role in preventing sports-related injuries.
  • Collaborative programs are essential for effective injury prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the role of sports dentistry in preventing orofacial trauma.
  • To introduce Project Mouthguard as a model for coordinated injury prevention.
  • To emphasize the importance of custom mouthguards and awareness campaigns.

Main Methods:

  • Implementing Project Mouthguard, a coordinated approach involving dental professionals, schools, and athletic organizations.
  • Providing custom-fitted mouthguards to high school athletes.

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  • Promoting awareness about the benefits of mouth protection during sports activities.

    • Main Results:

    • Project Mouthguard aims to significantly reduce orofacial injuries among Illinois youth.
    • The program demonstrates a successful model for interdisciplinary collaboration in sports safety.
    • Increased use of protective mouthguards is expected to lower injury incidence.

    Conclusions:

    • Sports dentistry programs, like Project Mouthguard, are vital for mitigating sports-related orofacial injuries.
    • Collaboration between dental professionals and sports stakeholders enhances injury prevention efforts.
    • Custom mouthguards and public awareness are key components of effective sports safety initiatives.