How do you mold a shock mouthguard?
Bite down hard on mouthguard, suck in strongly, and use fingers to press edges of mouthguard into teeth and gum line through lips and cheeks for 20 seconds. Remove mouthguard and cool in cold water for 30 seconds. Replace into mouth and test for a good, firm fit.
What is a tether on a mouthguard?
Oxygen Mouthguard Tether Tether attaches the guard to the helmet.
How do you mold a mouthpiece?
Firmly bite down against your bottom teeth and suck the guard against your top teeth. Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth, creating a tight fit and molding the mouthguard to your teeth. This should take about 15 or 20 seconds. Do not move the mouthguard in your mouth.
How do you mold a sleeping mouthguard?
Place the dental protector into the hot water for around 20 seconds, or until you can mold the soft material. Wait until it has cooled slightly and mold the plastic back to resemble the original product. The product can be placed back into the hot water for around 20 seconds, or until you can mold the soft material.
How do you mold a night guard?
How do you mold a mouthguard with hot water?
Boil enough boiling water to submerge the mouthguard. Start a small pot of boiling water on the stove. You can alternatively boil some water in the hot water jug or use a microwave. Place the mouthguard carefully and submerge it in the hot water and let it soften for 20 seconds.
How do you make a mouthguard fit better?
Fitting Instructions Fill saucepan with 3 to 4 inches of water. Remove water from heat source. Carefully remove mouthguard from hot water with a slotted spoon or by the tether. Cool mouthguard in tap water for 1-2 seconds only to bring surface temperature to a comfortable level. Lick your lips before placing mouthguard in your mouth.
How do I Clean my microFIT mouthguard?
Heat water to between 140 F and 150 F. DO NOT BOIL. Water should be just hot enough that you can’t quite dip your finger in it. Place mouthguard in water, detailed side up, until MicroFit mouthguard softens. Check the softness of the mouthguard with the spoon or fork.
How do I know if my gel Max Power mouthguard fits correctly?
Remove mouthguard and cool in cold water for 30 seconds. Replace into mouth and test for a good, firm fit. Repeat steps 1 through 8 if fit is not accurate. The Gel Max Power Mouthguard will expand up to 20% during the fitting process when molded correctly. It may seem small at first but it will fit! (see below for before & after reference)
How long do you soak mouthguard in water?
Let water stand for 30 seconds, then place mouthguard in water for 12 seconds. (10 seconds if you wear braces) For strapped mouthguards, attach tether before placing in water. Carefully remove mouthguard from hot water with a slotted spoon or by tether.