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Can I play sports with while wearing braces?

ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Braces and Orthodontics Frequen...
A protective mouth guard is recommended for sports and other activities that may result in injury to the mouth or jaw. Your dentist can suggest an appropriate mouth guard when the braces are in place. Braces typically do not interfere with playing wind or brass instruments although more practice may be needed to adapt.
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Can my child play sports while wearing braces?

Frequently Asked Questions - Dr. Ewers, Dentistry for Kids, ...
Yes, but we advise wearing a protective mouth guard while riding a bike, skating, or playing any contact sports, whether organized sports or a neighborhood game. We'll be happy to recommend a specific mouth guard.
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Yes. Wearing a protective mouth guard is advised while playing any contact sports. Your orthodontist can recommend a specific mouthguard. (return to top)
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ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Braces and Orthodontics Frequen...
A protective mouth guard is recommended for sports and other activities that may result in injury to the mouth or jaw. Your dentist can suggest an appropriate mouth guard when the braces are in place. Braces typically do not interfere with playing wind or brass instruments although more practice may be needed to adapt.
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Can I play sports while wearing the product?

Bauerfeind. Motion is Life. / Service / FAQ
Absolutely. All Bauerfeind knitted products provide measurable compression to help increase circulation which decreases pain and swelling. Many Bauerfeind knitted products also have silicone or viscoelastic inserts that fit around the affected joint. During activity, the insert massages the soft tissue of the joint to further decrease pain and swelling. Bauerfeind knitted products are also breathable, so they allow sweat and heat to be transferred away from the body.
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Can I still play sports and/or musical instruments while wearing braces?

David J. Henderson, DDS, PC - Orthodontist Bloomington, IN -...
Yes. For sports we recommend the use of a mouthguard. The Shock Doctor which can be purchased at most sporting goods stores is our preference. There will be an adjustment period of 2 to 3 weeks after placement and after removal of the braces if you play a musical instrument. We can provide you with a lip protector to cushion your lips from your braces.
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Will I have to restrict what I eat while wearing braces?

SureSmile - Orthodontic FAQ's
For the first few days after your braces are put on, it's a good idea to eat soft food. Throughout your treatment, you should avoid hard, crunchy and sticky foods such as hard candy, nuts and toffee. When you eat fruits like apples, make sure you cut them into pieces before eating.
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How about adults wearing braces?

ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Braces and Orthodontics Frequen...
Children aren’t the only ones who can benefit from orthodontics. If you’re an adult, it’s not too late to correct problems such as crooked or crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, incorrect jaw position, or jaw-joint disorders. The biological process involved in moving teeth is the same at any age. Usually, adult treatment takes a little longer than a child's treatment.
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Can I play an instrument while I'm wearing braces?

Ask Dr. Tom the Orthodontist in Southern Jersey, Washington ...
The answer is 'yes' - but it may take a bit of adjustment. When I got my braces, I played the trumpet. I remember, at first, that my lips would tire quicker and the sound was slightly different. However, after three or four weeks, my playing returned to normal. Most of my musician patients say it takes about a month to get used to playing their instruments with braces. It seems to take longer to adjust if you play a brass instrument.
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Can a child with epilepsy play sports?

The Epilepsy in Young Children: What Kinds of Epilepsy Are T...
A child's athletic participation depends on the kind of seizures he or she is having, and how successfully they are controlled. Participation in most sports is usually appropriate, as long as the child wears protective head gear. Even swimming is acceptable, as long as the child is closely monitored. Pool swimming is safer than salt or fresh water swimming because of the risk of undertow.
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Can I still play sports and/or musical instruments while in braces?

Sims Orthodontics :: FAQ
Yes. We can recommend a mouth guard for all sports. If you play an instrument such as a trumpet, we can provide you with a "lip protector" that works to cushion your lip from your braces. Please inform us when you need a mouth guard or lip protector.
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El Paso, TX (Texas) Orthodontist Willis E. Maxwell, DDS
Absolutely! We can even provide you with a mouth guard for sports you play. We will assist you with a "lip protector" should you need one for playing certain instruments such as the trumpet. Please inform us of your needs.
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Orthodontist / Long Beach, CA / Braces / Long Beach Orthodon...
Yes! We will provide you with a mouthgaurd for all sports. If you play a wind instrument, we will provide you with a plastic lip protector that works very well to cushion your lips from your braces.
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Can my child play sports?

Osler-Weber-Rendu - HHT Foundation International - FAQ's
Yes. There are very few instances in which someone with HHT needs to limit activity. Scuba diving is probably the one sport that individuals with HHT should avoid. Small lung AVMs may be present and cause "the bends".
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What can I do to play down braces?

FAQ About Braces
If you use makeup, use it to draw attention away from your mouth. Go wild using eye shadow and keep the lips simple with beige or nothing at all. Stay away from lip gloss that makes the metal parts of braces more reflective.
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How do I look after my teeth while wearing braces?

Orthodontic Clinic :: Main Page
After the brace has been fitted the nurse or Orthodontist will provide verbal and written instructions about your brace and it's maintenance. At the practice we have for sale products we recommend for keeping your braces clean. We recommend that you maintain your usual check up with your dentist. [Back to top]
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When can I work out or play sports after surgery?

Asian Eyelid - Frequently Asked Questions
You should plan to take it easy and put ice on the eyelids for two days, and not work out or play sports for a week.
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Can I play sports after a liver transplant?

Select a Medical Service | Liver Transplant
Yes. Everyday sports such as tennis, golf, softball and basketball are not only fun, but also a good way to stay in shape following transplant.
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Can I play sports at HVHS?

Frequently Asked Questions::Hutt Valley High School::New Zea...
Yes, we have a huge number of sports teams at HVHS. Our sports teams are top performers in local and national competitions. Click here for more information. Read about Allison who came from the USA to play rugby.
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My child loves sports. How can he/she play sports if he/ she has to ride and take care of a horse?

The Thacher School
Although all entering 9th graders must complete one year of the Horse Program, we offer all freshmen the opportunity to play on sports teams provided that they meet their horse care and riding requirements each week. We have several "freshmen-only" teams that meet two or three times weekly for practice and games. Freshmen can also play on JV level and varsity teams if they meet the qualifications.
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How competitive are Thacher sports? What if my child hopes to play sports in college?

The Thacher School
Thacher sports are as competitive as each participant wants them to be. There is a level appropriate to each student's desire and experience. Our very top athletes go on to play college athletics. If your child hopes to compete at the college level, Thacher coaches will help her every step of the way; from training, to competing and attending camps during the summers, to contacting college coaches in support of her candidacy.
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What about braces and sports?

Braces FAQ Frequently Asked Questions: Living with orthodont...
Depending on the sport, it is probably a good idea to wear some sort of lip protector or mouth guard so the braces don't cut up the insides of your mouth (and also to protect your teeth and braces). Light contact sports will be made safer with a simple lip protector. Many heavy contact sports require a larger mouth guard. If you are not sure what is appropriate for you, ask your orthodontist. Sometimes, orthodontists make custom-fitted mouth guards and lip protectors.
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