Prevention of Children's Sports Related Injuries: A Review

Sports dentistry is one of dentistry's newest and most promising fields. It primarily focuses on the prevention and treatment of orofacial injuries and disorders connected with athletics. The most prevalent sort of orofacial injury received while participating in sports is dental injuries. Many young sportsmen are unaware of the health risks associated with a traumatic mouth injury or the possibility of suffering severe head and orofacial injuries while playing. So wearing basic protective gear such as correctly fitting helmets, face masks, and/or mouth guards is the most important factor in reducing sports-related orofacial injuries. A dentist can help young athletes, coaches, and patients understand the importance of preventing orofacial injuries in sports. The purpose of this paper is to raise professional knowledge and interest in young children to provide an insight into prevention measures for sports related injuries.