Oral and dental health is of great importance in the general health of the person. Therefore, attention should be paid to the effects of dental diseases on athletes.
In an article published in the Turkish Clinics Sports Sciences journal in 2018, it was reported that poor oral health creates a focus of infection on muscle and tendon injuries. Additionally, in a study conducted with 215 professional football players from the English, Dutch and Belgian football leagues, it was reported that tooth and gum diseases were associated with muscle cramps and muscle and tendon injuries.
Although there is no connection between tooth decay and muscle strength, it is also known that the infection reaching the pulp has a negative effect on the body's immune system. At the same time, the presence of unknown factors that will cause pain or other problems in the mouth negatively affects the performance of athletes.
Consumption of high carbohydrates and acidic drinks in the diet to increase sports performance also negatively affects oral and dental health. According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, although energy/sports drink consumption may help you improve your performance, they are 3 times more acidic than soda and negatively affect oral/dental health. In addition, it has been observed that during exercise in athletes, saliva flow decreases and pH value decreases, and tooth and gum diseases increase due to dry mouth.
SPORTS INJURIES AND DENTAL TRAUMA
Dental treatments aimed at preventing injuries that may occur during team or individual sports activities help prevent major problems that may occur afterwards.
For both the athlete and the athlete. It should be ensured that the patient is healthy and has minimal impact from possible injuries. Especially in team sports (football, basketball, etc.) and individual sports (boxing, karate, etc.) where there is close contact, the mouthguards that athletes will wear in their mouths are designed to prevent trauma to the jaw and teeth.
Sports. In case of any injury during treatment, a dentist should be consulted immediately. Your physician will provide the necessary first aid depending on the extent of the trauma and inform you about the subsequent treatments. r.
Instant and early intervention is very important in dentistry, as in every branch of health. Please consult a physician for possible problems in case of any blow to your face, teeth or jaw.
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