Night guard advice
Recommendations for maintaining a night guard
- Brush your teeth, floss, brush your tongue thoroughly, and rinse before placing the night guard in your mouth.
- Brush your night guard daily with a small amount of toothpaste before wearing it.
- Thoroughly rinse the night guard under tap water before placing it back in its case and allowing it to air dry.
- With regular use, the night guard will change from clear to slightly opaque.
- Pour enlever l’appareil de la bouche, il est recommandé d’utiliser une force égale de chaque côté en même temps. De cette manière, il y a moins de risque de dommage à la plaque occlusale.
- Store it safely away from pets.
- Soak the night guard in pure white vinegar for 6-8 hours (1-2 times per year) to remove white stains (tartar). Brush the night guard thoroughly with a toothbrush and mild soap before wearing it. Vinegar is acidic and can damage tooth enamel if not completely removed. If the taste of vinegar persists, brush the night guard again. Vinegar is an acid and can destroy the enamel of your teeth if it is not completely removed. If the taste of vinegar persists, brush your appliance again.
**If you notice any changes in symptoms, appearance of your gums, or the appliance itself, please contact us.
