Mouthguards protect your teeth from impacts, so they can help your child preserve their teeth while playing sports or enjoying other outdoor activities where they might get struck in the face. Mouthguards also protect your child's teeth from damage caused by teeth grinding, also called bruxism. Depending on your child's activities, you may want to ask your pediatric dentist whether a mouthguard could help your child. Learn more in our blog article "Mouth Guard for Kids: Sports and Sleeping."