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tcs Nightguard Home Care Instructions


Prior to placing the appliance in your mouth:

  • Brush and floss your teeth.
  • In order for this appliance to fit properly and engage in the undercuts it must be softened under warm tap water for 30-60 seconds before being placed in the mouth.  It is ready when it becomes soft and flexible.

To insert Appliance

  • Use your forefinger and thumb of both hands to guide appliance into place over your teeth.
  • Gently bite down to insure appliance is fully seated.

When to wear Appliance

  • A nightguard is to be used nightly or at anytime you desire to prevent trauma and wear from the grinding and or clenching of your teeth.

Removal of Appliance

  • Use your forefinger and thumb of both hands to grasp appliance and gently pull out.

Cleaning

  • Use mild toothpaste and a soft denture brush under cold tap water.
  • DO NOT scrub hard with a regular toothbrush.

Storage

  • Shake moisture from appliance.
  • Place in a sealable plastic container.

Mineral Deposits

  • Mineral deposits may accumulate causing discoloration.  If this occurs – soak appliance for approximately 15 minutes in a denture cleaner.
  • After soaking, rinse with cold running water and store.

Note:  Air drying helps to dissipate the opaque appearance caused by excess moisture.

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