How to Clean a Night Guard
Night guards help protect your teeth and jaw. They are typically worn to prevent teeth grinding and clenching. They are custom made out of plastic to fit the mold of your mouth. For this reason, night guards can be expensive. Many dentists recommend cleaning your night guard before and after each use. It's also recommened that you give it a more thorough cleaning once a week by soaking it in a denture-cleaning solution. This will help promote good oral hygiene and health. Regular cleanings will also help preserve the life of your night guard.
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How to Clean a Night Guard
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Rinse your night guard and trays under cold running water for 30 seconds.
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Put a small amount of toothpaste on a toothbrush. Gently brush the inside and outside of your night guard with the toothbrush and toothpaste for two minutes. Repeat this process before and after you use your night guard.
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Fill a small bowl with water and drop a denture cleaner tablet in it. Let the tablet dissolve. This should be done once a week.
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Put your night guard in the water solution with the denture cleaner. Let it soak for 15 minutes.
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Remove your night guard from the solution, and rinse with cold water. Scrub any remaining residue off the night guard using a toothbrush.
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