How to Clean Night Guard Trays

Keep night guard trays clean

Night guard trays can be vital to protecting the health of your teeth and jaw, particularly if you tend to grind or clench your teeth during sleep. Since night guard trays are custom-made, they can be expensive so it's important to take good care of them to ensure their longevity. It's also imperative to clean night guard trays to promote your oral hygiene and health.

Things You'll Need

• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Shallow container
• Water
• Denture cleaning tablets
• Mouthwash

Instructions

Cleaning Night Guard Trays

1. Remove your night guard trays and rinse them under running water.

2. Place a small dab of toothpaste on your toothbrush and gently rub the bristles against the night guards. You should do this every morning after you remove your night guard trays.

3. Fill a shallow container with water.

4. Drop a denture cleaning tablet into the container and let it fully dissolve into the water.

5. Place your night guard trays into the solution. Soak the trays there for at least 10 to 15 minutes.

6. Use your toothbrush to scrub any remaining residue off the trays.

7. Remove the trays from the container and rinse them.

8. Pour a small amount of mouthwash over the trays to keep them smelling fresh.

9. Place the night guard trays in the mouthwash and soak for a few minutes. This will help the trays to smell fresh and

Tips & Warnings

• Your dentist can professionally clean your night guard trays. Bring them in for a cleaning periodically.

• Never put the night guard trays directly into your mouth after they soak in cleaning solutions. Always rinse the trays first.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish