{"id":120,"date":"2022-09-04T23:50:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-04T23:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/?p=120"},"modified":"2022-11-23T23:50:50","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T23:50:50","slug":"how-to-take-care-of-your-night-guard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/how-to-take-care-of-your-night-guard\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Take Care of Your Night Guard"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_449165313__1669247622_40422-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person inserting dental mouthguard\" class=\"wp-image-121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_449165313__1669247622_40422-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_449165313__1669247622_40422-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_449165313__1669247622_40422.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever caught yourself grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw? Maybe it\u2019s going on when you aren\u2019t aware of it, as well. You may need to speak with your dentist about receiving treatment for bruxism. Side effects of bruxism include headaches, tooth or jaw pain, and overly worn teeth. Night guards create a barrier between your top and bottom teeth and are commonly used to lessen the effects of this condition. If your dentist gives you a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mccombdental.com\/general-dentistry.html\">night guard to protect your teeth from bruxism<\/a>, follow these tips to ensure it remains in good condition and you get the most value from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be Sure to Wear Your Night Guard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to wear your night guard every time you fall asleep so that your teeth don\u2019t grind together and cause a host of oral health issues. You may want to consider storing it near the areas where you often fall asleep. This will allow you to quickly put it on before you fall asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Care for It Properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with wearing your guard as you go to sleep, it\u2019s also important to take good care of it. Some tips to help you properly clean it include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rinse <\/strong>\u2013 Use cool, fresh water to wash your night guard when you take it out in the morning. Don\u2019t forget to clean its storage case with regular dishwashing detergent every few days as well.<\/li><li><strong>Brush <\/strong>\u2013 Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and either nonabrasive toothpaste or mild, alcohol-free soap to gently clean your night guard.<\/li><li><strong>Soak <\/strong>\u2013 You can also add a capful of mouthwash in a clean glass. Dilute it with water until there\u2019s enough liquid to cover your night guard and then soak it in this mixture for 30 minutes.<\/li><li><strong>Dry<\/strong> <strong>it out <\/strong>\u2013 Once you\u2019re done rinsing and brushing, let your night guard dry on a clean surface before safely storing it in a hard, protective case that allows for air circulation.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid<\/strong> <strong>hot water<\/strong> \u2013 Using hot water to clean your guard can cause it to become misshapen and should be avoided.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ask Your Dentist to Examine the Night Guard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every six months, schedule a dental checkup and cleaning and bring your night guard with you so your dentist can examine it. If there are any problems, they can have a new one made for you. They may also be able to have it professionally cleaned so you can leave your appointment with it fresh and bacteria-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following these tips ensures you\u2019ll maximize the benefits of your guard. By wearing it as often as your dentist recommends and practicing proper care, you\u2019ll be able to prevent discomfort and keep your teeth healthy and strong!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever caught yourself grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw? Maybe it\u2019s going on when you aren\u2019t aware of it, as well. You may need to speak with your dentist about receiving treatment for bruxism. Side effects of bruxism include headaches, tooth or jaw pain, and overly worn teeth. 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