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One of Honolulu’s best pediatric dentist, Paul K. Seo, D.D.S., M.S. at Dentistry for Kids in Pearl City, Hawaii wants to inform the public that April is National Facial Protection Month and is co-sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and four other dental organizations. Whether your keiki are in organized sports or just having fun playing around, facial accidents can happen unexpectedly. Five common causes of childhood injuries occur during basketball, football, bicycling, playgrounds activities, and soccer. But accidents do happen in all sports from skate boarding to swimming. Preventive gear can help decrease serious injuries that take out some of the fun of the games.

SAFETY TIPS FOR FACIAL PROTECTION:

  • Mouthguards help prevent dental injuries to teeth and oral structures.
  • Helmets help absorb the energy of impact from causing damage to the head.
  • Protective eyewear or face shields help safeguard vulnerable eyes and good vision helps to prevent mishaps from blurred vision.

National Facial Protection Month is a good reminder for parents to take measures to help prevent facial injuries to their children. The cost of protection is significantly less expensive than the cost to repair an injury. For your children’s mouthguard selection, Dr. Seo will be happy to discuss all options at their dental appointment. While there are multiple sources for mouthguards, a custom one made in your child’s dental office often excels in comfort and fit to allow for near normal speech and breathing. A more comfortable mouthguard increases the likelihood that one will use it! Should you choose this option, the dental team at Dentistry For Kids would be happy to get your keiki custom fitted for an individualized mouthguard that is affordable. To schedule an appointment, call (808) 486-8881.

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