Dental Associates of Long Island on Oral Injuries and Quick Dental Emergency Treatment
In children 6 years of age and
younger, oral injuries are the second most common injury, accounting for almost
20% of their injuries according to Martha Ann Keels, DDS, PhD, chief of
pediatric dentistry at Duke University in Durham, NC.
Parents can prevent some of
these oral injuries by employing safety measures, such as stairway gates, removing
trip hazards like throw rugs, floor clutter and encourage the use mouth guards
during sport activities. US National Collegiate Athletic Association
recommending mouth guards for ice hockey, lacrosse, field hockey, and football;
the American Dental Association recommends them for 29 sports and activities
Should your child suffer an accident that
may include an oral injury, Premier Care and Dental Associates of Long Island
are equipped to properly treat your child, allowing for medical and dental
exams & treatment in a single location.
Read more about the benefits of
mouth guards here. http://www.dentalassociatesoflongisland.com/protective-mouth-guards/
Dental Associates of Long
Island also accepts walk-in appointments on a non-emergency basis. Drop in to see our state-of-the-art facilities
anytime.
585 Merrick Rd
Lynbrook, NY 11563
516/561-1000
