April is National Facial Protection Month

Bunn Orthodontic Group

Bunn Orthodontic Group wants to remind our athletes to play it safe by wearing a mouth guard during recreational and organized sports.  

A mouthguard is an essential piece of athletic gear that should be part of your standard equipment from an early age when it comes to protecting your mouth. Mouth guards prevent injuries to the bone and tissues around the teeth. They also help prevent injuries to the lower jaw and temporomandibular joint in the jaw.

A properly fitted mouthguard may be especially important for people who wear braces. A blow to the face could damage the brackets or other fixed orthodontic appliances. A mouthguard also provides a barrier between the braces and your cheek or lips, which will help you avoid injuries to your gums and cheeks.

Mouthguards can be custom made for you by Dr. Beverley J. Bunn. However, if you can’t afford a custom-made mouthguard, you should still wear a stock mouthguard or a boil-and-bite mouthguard purchased from any local drugstore.

The American Dental Association offers the following 4 tips to help prevent facial injury:

1. Wear a mouth guard when playing contact sports: Mouth guards are significantly less expensive than the cost to repair an injury, and Dr. Bunn can make customized mouth guards that hold teeth in place and allow for normal speech and breathing.

2. Wear a helmet. Helmets absorb the energy of an impact and help prevent damage to the head.

3. Wear protective eyewear. Eyes are extremely vulnerable to damage, especially when playing sports.

4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin. Hockey pucks, basketballs and racquetballs can cause severe facial damage at any age.     

If you're an athlete and a patient at Bunn Orthodontic Group, talk to Dr. Bunn about selecting a mouthguard that will provide the right protection for you.

Also, if you have a retainer or other removable appliance, do not wear it during any contact sports. For more information give us a call our San Antonio office at (210) 921-9191. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Braces Treatment at Bunn Orthodontics

The mission at Bunn Orthodontic Group is to create a positive influence on the facial aesthetics, personality, and health of our patients. We are committed to creating the most beautiful smiles. Your smile has an effect on your whole life, so if you are wondering about braces can transform your smile at Bunn Orthodontic Group - we offer two types of braces traditional metal braces and ceramic clear braces.

Traditional metal braces are the most commonly known type of braces. They are usually made of high-grade stainless steel and due to the changing technology, are much more comfortable than ever.

Ceramic braces are a growing option to correct your bite and straighten a smile. The ceramic braces work just like traditional braces, however, these are made of a clear material and are nearly invisible. There is a perfect option for adults or teenagers who want to continue to live their life and smile confidently throughout their treatment.

So what is the process of dental braces and how they shift your teeth? After your initial consultation with Dr. Bunn or Dr. Alfonso, we will map out your entire treatment plan using our latest technology. Once you are ready for braces, your teeth are first cleaned to ensure that the brackets will bond properly. A conditioner is used on the front surfaces of the teeth for 30 seconds to further prepare them for bonding the brackets.

A special cement is placed on the back of the brackets, which are then applied to the predetermined positions on the teeth. Once the brackets are in place, excess cement is removed, and the brackets are hardened into place with a high-intensity light. The retractor is removed, and the dental archwires are then put into place.

Once your braces are well adjusted, you can expect some soreness, discomfort, and tightness as you get used to the feel of your braces. Some dental wax and over the counter pain medication can be taken to help with the discomfort.

We are committed to determining which treatment solution is best suited for you. Check out a few of our patient's fantastic smiles. Schedule your complimentary consultation today and smile with confidence.

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