Appliance Care Recommendations
✓ Before putting appliance in mouth, run under warm water for easy insertion.
✓ Brush and floss your teeth, brush your tongue and rinse your mouth prior to use.
✓ Clean the appliance before and after use with warm water (not to exceed 45°C/113°F) and soap to remove any saliva and debris from the device.
✓ Dry the appliance then store it in its container when not in use.
✓ Periodically, you can use any mild over-the-counter cleaning agent designed for oral devices. If needed, use a soft bristle brush to clean the inside of your appliance for debris removal.
✓ Some validated cleaning agents include Dawn Dish Soap, Polident, Efferdent, 3% peroxide solution, 15% bleach solution, and mouthwash.
CAUTIONS
✓ DO NOT SOAK your appliance in any liquid for more than 1 hour.
✓ DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents such as toothpaste as it can shorten the life of your appliance.
✓ DO NOT SOAK the appliance in water hotter than 45°C/113°F due to risk of warping the device.
✓ DO NOT eat or drink with the exception of warm/cold water while using the appliance. Drinking hot liquid may affect the fit.
✓ Dispose of any cleaning solution after every use. Rinse the appliance well prior to use.
STORE SAFELY AWAY FROM PETS
If you notice any changes in your symptoms, the appearance of your mouth or gums, or in the appearance of the appliance itself, contact your dentist.
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