From Little League baseball at Northside fields to select soccer at STAR Complex, San Antonio kids are always on the move – and that means protecting those growing smiles is more important than ever.
The Facts Are Scary
- Over 3 million teeth are knocked out in youth sports every year.
- Athletes who don’t wear mouthguards are 60 times more likely to suffer dental injury.
- A single avulsed (knocked-out) permanent tooth can cost $5,000–$20,000 to treat over a lifetime.
Boil-and-Bite vs. Custom – There’s No Comparison Drugstore “boil-and-bite” guards may be cheap, but they’re bulky, interfere with breathing and speech, and offer minimal protection. Our custom mouthguards, made by Dr. Torres right here in San Antonio, are:
- Precision-fitted using an impression of your child’s exact teeth
- Only 2–3 mm thick for comfortable breathing and talking
- Available in school colors, glitter, or with your child’s name/team logo
- Layered with extra shock-absorbing material in high-impact areas
Many of our patients tell us their custom guard is the most comfortable piece of equipment they own – some even forget they’re wearing it!
Who Needs One? Any child playing:
- Football, soccer, basketball, baseball/softball
- Lacrosse, hockey, wrestling, gymnastics
- Skateboarding, biking, or even trampoline parks
Start Early Even primary (baby) teeth need protection! A fractured baby tooth can damage the permanent tooth growing underneath.
We make the process fun and fast – impressions take just 5 minutes, and guards are ready in about a week. Plus, they come with a carrying case and a free annual check to adjust for growth.
Give your young athlete the confidence to play hard and smile bigger. Call Kids World Pediatric Dentistry at 210-787-1200 today to schedule a custom mouthguard fitting with Dr. Torres – because every San Antonio champion deserves a winning smile!
