If you enjoy playing sports, you’ve probably spent a lot of time training, conditioning, and perfecting your skill set. This also includes injury prevention; after all, you can’t compete if you aren’t at 100%! But did you know that athletes also commonly experience dental emergencies that can potentially sideline them? In fact, research estimates that about 39% of all dental injuries are sports-related! Here’s more about some of the most common dental emergencies that athletes experience, along with some useful tips for preventing them from occurring in the first place.
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