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- 2. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe As a dental provider, it is necessary to: Promote the use of athletic mouth guards. Educate the public on the value of mouth protection during contact sports. Fabricate mouth guards as needed during patient care. Educate patients on the maintenance and use of mouth guards. Introduction
- 3. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe It is a removable oral appliance that protects the hard and soft tissues of the mouth during contact sports. A mouth guard protects by absorbing energy during an impact, thus decreasing the likelihood of trauma to the oral cavity and possibly to the brain. Sometimes called a mouth protector. Mainly worn on the maxillary teeth Introduction: What is a Mouth guard?
- 4. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Boxers were the first athletes to use mouth guards They used to place other materials such as cotton and gutta-percha between lips and teeth for protection. Were originally referred to as gum shields Marks constructed the first custom-fitted mouth guard in the early 1900s. Historical Perspective
- 5. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe In 1962, the use of mouth guards was mandated in high school and junior college football by the National Alliance Football Rules Committee. By 1973, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) followed. Mouth Guard Use
- 6. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Many injuries can occur, especially dental trauma, which includes injury to the teeth, mouth, periodontium, soft tissues, and temporomandibular joint. There is a link between athletic activities and dental injuries. Chipped and avulsed incisor teeth are the most common injuries. Contact Sport Injuries
- 7. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Mouth guards may prevent: Chipping Fracturing Displacement Avulsion of the teeth Concussions Cerebral hemorrhages Mouth Guard Protection and Injury Prevention
- 8. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Mouth guards may prevent (continued): Incidents of unconsciousness Jaw fractures Neck injuries Mouth Guard Protection and Injury Prevention
- 9. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe There are three types of mouth guards: Stock Mouth-formed Custom made Types of Mouth Guards
- 10. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Made by the dentist specifically for the patient Impressions of the patient for a study model More expensive Better fit and most protection to the mouth Custom-Fitted
- 11. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Custom-made athletic mouth guard.
- 12. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe “boil and bite” Usually purchased in sporting goods or athletic stores Softened in heated water, inserted into the mouth, and the molded to fit the individuals arch Directions must be followed carefully to ensure that the mouth guard fits properly Mouth-Formed
- 13. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Mouth Formed
- 14. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Pre-formed and ready to wear Inexpensive Do not fit as well as the other 2 types of mouth guards Stock or Ready-Made
- 15. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Ready-made
- 16. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Mouth-formed (boil and bite) mouth guards are used most frequently (90%), but custom made mouth guards (10%) are most effective in preventing injury. Mouth Guards
- 17. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Instruct patients on the maintenance of mouth guard. Rinse and brush mouth guard after each use. Do not rinse in hot water or keep in unusually hot environments; this could lead to distortion. Dental Provider's Role In Mouth Guard Use
- 19. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Dental desensitizing agents are used both in office and at home for various desensitizing needs In-office desensitizing agents are used to desensitize exposed root surfaces, in tooth preparation for both direct and indirect restorations, as well as before and after tooth bleaching Desensitizing Agents
- 20. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Used to treat or prevent hypersensitivity in the teeth Hypersensitivity can be caused by cold, heat or contact In some procedures, etchants are used to increase bonding/retention of the tooth surface and restorative materials The etchant opens and exposes dentin tubules, which sometimes cause hypersensitivity In-Office Desensitizing Agents
- 21. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Patients who use certain whitening agents need to be treated with a desensitizer Can be used under all types of restorations, bonding agents, temporary fillings, and permanent cement Available in various viscosities, desensitizing agents may be delivered via prefilled syringe, single-use droppers or bottle droppers May be self-curing or light-curing In-Office Desensitizing Agents
- 22. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Home desensitizing agents also are available to aid patients with dental hypersensitivity They often have a higher pH than their in-office counterparts for patient safety and because they will be used more frequently Most dental desensitizing agents contain fluoride When choosing a dental desensitizing agent, research which product will perform best for each procedure, both at home and at the office. Desensitizing Agents
- 23. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Home Desensitizing Agents The only at-home stannous fluoride treatment accepted by the ADA for decay prevention and sensitivity relief.
- 24. Copyright © 2014by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved Primary Preventive Dentistry, Eighth Edition Harris | Garcia-Godoy | Nathe Home Desensitizing Agents