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April is National Facial Protection Month: Play it safe and protect your face |
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Monday, April 14, 2025 04:21 PM |
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The popularity and competitiveness of organized youth sports can lead to numerous teeth and face injuries, with an average of 22,000 dental injuries occurring annually in children younger than 18 years, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. With proper facial protection, however, many of these injuries are entirely preventable. As spring sports kick off, five of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations are teaming up to remind athletes, parents and coaches to “play it safe” during National Facial Protection Month in April. Read more.
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