Aspetar Magazine

69 ASPETAR MAGAZINE MEDICAL INNOVATION sessions equip them with the knowledge and practical skills to effectively utilise the kit and manage various oral injuries. “Education is paramount,” states Dr. Al Saey. “Providing the kit is only half the solution; ensuring medical professionals are confident in its use is equally crucial for optimal athlete care.” Aspetar’s commitment to advancing sports dentistry has garnered significant international attention. Our collaboration with Paris Saint- Germain (PSG), a leading global football club, saw the adoption of the Aspetar Dental Emergency Kit and its associated training protocols, further validating its effectiveness and practicality at the highest level of competition. “Our partnership with PSG has been a fantastic opportunity to showcase the value of this kit in a demanding sporting environment,” says Dr. Al Saey. “The positive feedback we’ve received underscores the real need for such a resource.” The Aspetar Dental Emergency Kit is a carefully designed, portable solution that contains a selection of specific dental instruments and materials for treating the most frequent oral injuries and dental problems. The contents are meticulously chosen to provide competent pain relief and to protect an athlete's teeth and tissues until they can receive definitive treatment from a dentist. Importantly, the kit is designed to be user-friendly, with a step-by-step guide and an emergency on-call contact number for our Sports Dentistry Department. “The simplicity and ease of use were key considerations in the design,” Dr. Al Saey emphasises. “In a high- pressure environment, medical staff need something intuitive that allows them to act quickly and confidently.” Dr. Al Saey's vision extends beyond the kit itself. He and his team regularly organise comprehensive workshops and training sessions for all sports medicine physicians within Aspetar who are part of the National Sports Medicine Program (NSMP). These