Ask GoodHealth.com Can my child play sports with braces?
by Adriana Da Silveira, DDS, MS, PhD

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Yes. A protective mouth guard is recommended for sports and other activities that may result in injury to the mouth or jaw. Your dentist or orthodontist can suggest an appropriate mouth guard when the braces are in place.


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Can my child play sports with braces?      

By Adriana Da Silveira, DDS, MS, PhD

Orthodontist

Dell Children's Craniofacial and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Center



Dr. Da Silveira is a credentialed orthodontist with the Seton Family of Hospitals.
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