Play it safe this spring, from St. Pete Smiles

With spring here, many children, teens and adults in Saint Petersburg, Florida will once again pick up the ball, bring the bat out of seasonal retirement, and lace up their cleats to hit the fields for the return of spring sports! April is National Facial Protection Month, and during this time, Dr. Bracy and our dedicated team urge our young athletes to play it safe when out on the field. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year.

Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. We recommend that patients wear mouth guards, helmets, and any other appropriate facial protection. Please contact St. Pete Smiles if you have any questions. Stay safe and have fun!