Sports Dentistry

About this episode

This episode explores the role of sports dentistry in athlete health and performance.

In this episode of the SASMA Podcast, host Dr Aasha Parshotam is joined by Dr Bhavik Ganda, Dr Umair Mohammed, and Dr John Haughey to explore the emerging field of sports dentistry and its growing role in athlete health and performance. From the prevention and management of dentofacial injuries to the impact of oral health on recovery, fatigue, and confidence, the discussion highlights why dentistry should be an integral part of the multidisciplinary sports medicine team. Inspired by insights from the South African Sports Dentistry Conference, this episode sheds light on how clinicians, coaches, and athletes can better protect both performance and long-term oral health.

People in this episode

Host: Dr Aasha Parshotam

Guests: Dr Bhavik Ganda, Dr Umair Mohammed, Dr John Haughey

Topics covered

• sports dentistry
• athlete health
• dentofacial injuries
• oral health
• multidisciplinary sports medicine

Keywords

• sports dentistry
• athlete health
• oral health
• dentofacial injuries
• sports medicine
• recovery
• fatigue

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: South African Sports Dentistry Conference, South African Sports Medicine Association

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