Orthodontist warned about hidden consequences of hitting a ball in the face

Hitting a ball in the face area can lead to consequences that do not appear immediately, but can significantly affect the health of teeth and jaw. Maryana Baragunova, an orthodontist and a leading specialist at the EUROKAPPA Clinic Scientific and clinical center, told Izvestia on August 27 that such injuries often affect the bite and the work of the entire maxillary system.

According to the expert, a sharp mechanical impact can lead to dislocation of teeth, damage periodontal tissue and cause microcracks in the enamel. The risk of complications is especially high in people with pre-existing malocclusion. In such cases, a blow can accelerate tooth wear, increase asymmetry, and affect the functioning of the temporomandibular joint.

The specialist stressed that after an injury, it is important to closely monitor the condition of the oral cavity.

"The alarm signals may be pain when chewing, clicks or crunching in the joint, a feeling of teeth displacement, a change in bite, increased sensitivity or the appearance of chips," the doctor said.

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She noted that even a slight displacement of the teeth can disrupt the balance in the work of the entire dental system.

In the absence of correction, the load is distributed incorrectly, which accelerates tooth erasure and can lead to chronic pain. Aligners, transparent orthodontic mouth guards that gradually "return" the teeth to the correct position and stabilize the bite, help to solve the problem.

According to Baragunova, prevention plays a key role. When actively engaged in sports, especially playing sports, it is useful to use individually selected mouth guards to protect teeth. This reduces the risk of injury, and in the event of an impact helps to minimize damage.

Fitness expert Akulina Bakhturina told Izvestia on June 1 about the signs of dangerous pain after exercise. If pain occurs during or immediately after exercise, it is a dangerous symptom. Incorrect sensations in sports can be described as acute, sharp, uneven pain.

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