Occlusal Guard Care Instructions

What to expect:

• Expect increased salivation for the first 10-15 days. This is normal until the body accepts that the Guard is now a part of you.
• If you experience jaw pain or muscle soreness please give us a call, as sometimes the Guards can contribute to muscle spasms and/or increased clenching.
• Overtime the Guard will discolor wear, this is normal and when it does happen, you can have a new one fabricated for you.

Instructions:

• Wear every night.
• Every morning when removing the guard, brush it with water or a mild disinfecting soap that does not have any abrasive particles in it. Do not use toothpaste or alcohol-based cleaners.
• Always store it in the container.
• Bring it with you to your 6-month cleaning appointments so that we can remove any tartar buildup, or run it through our sterilization machine.

If you have any questions, please call our office.