Deck 21: Athletic Mouthguards

Question 1

What is defined as a temporary,trauma-included alteration in mental status?

A)Concussion
B)Migraine
C)Traumatic brain injury
D)None of the above

Answer 1

A
Explanation: A)A concussion is actually a temporary,trauma-included alteration in mental status.Studies have shown that repeated mild brain injuries occurring over an extended period result in cumulative neurologic and cognitive deficits.

Question 2

What is the MOST common type of injury sustained during participation in sports?

A)Broken limbs
B)Dental injuries
C)Concussions
D)Sprains

Answer 2

B
Explanation: B)The National Youth Sports Foundation for the Prevention of Athletic Injuries reported that dental injuries are the most common type of injury sustained during participation in sports.

Question 3

What was the FIRST mouthguard constructed of?

A)Rubber
B)Acrylic
C)Plastic
D)Cotton

Answer 3

A
Explanation: A)The first custom-fitted mouthguard,in the early 1900s,was a rubber strip that fit securely under the lip and over the outer surfaces of the teeth and gingiva.

Question 4

What is defined as injury to the mouth,including teeth,periodontium,soft tissues,and temporomandibular joint?

A)Trauma
B)Injury
C)Dental emergency
D)Dental trauma

Question 5

What is defined as a removable oral appliance that protects the hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity and brain during contact sports?

A)Athletic mouthguard
B)Occlusal night guard
C)Retainer
D)Oral splint

Question 6

Mouthguards work by moving soft tissue in the oral cavity away from the teeth and into the upper jaw.This prevents laceration and bruising of the lips and cheeks.

A)Both statements are true.
B)Both statements are false.
C)First statement is true,second statement is false.
D)First statement is false,second statement is true.

Question 7

What is the purpose of the Academy of Sports Dentistry?

A)Esthetic dentistry
B)Prevention of sport injuries
C)Restorative dentistry
D)Preventive dentistry

Question 8

Which professional sports league does NOT require the use of mouthguards?

A)NBA
B)MLB
C)NFL
D)NHL

Question 9

Who were the FIRST athletes to use mouthguards?

A)Football players
B)Soccer players
C)Boxers
D)Hockey players

Question 10

When are athletic mouthguards mandated?

A)Youth sports
B)High school sports
C)College sports
D)All of the above