How to Clean Your Night Guard Effectively and Safely

How to Clean Your Night Guard Effectively and Safely

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Have you ever thought about that little piece of plastic you shove in your mouth every night? Yeah, I’m talking about your night guard. The thing that protects your teeth from turning into a crunchy snack while you sleep. But guess what? It’s like a tiny sponge for all the yucky stuff in your mouth. So, if we’re gonna keep those pearly whites safe, we gotta clean that thing!

Don’t worry, I got ya covered with some super hilarious steps to make sure you’re cleaning it right. You’ll be the champion of night guard cleaning in no time!

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

Okay, before we start this wild night guard cleaning adventure, you need some things. Grab toothpaste, a soft toothbrush (not the one that looks like it lost a fight with a blender), some baking soda and maybe vinegar if you wanna get fancy. A bowl and water too! Don’t forget the water! Or else… well you’ll just be staring at your dirty night guard like it’s an art piece.

Step 2: Rinse Before You Start

So first things first… rinse your night guard like it’s on its own tropical vacation! Just give it a quick splash under warm water. Not boiling hot though! We’re not trying to melt the plastic here! Just warm enough to feel nice and cozy.

Step 3: Toothpaste Party Time

Now it’s time for some fun. Put a dab of toothpaste on your soft toothbrush. And don’t go all crazy — just a little bit will do! Now scrub scrub scrub like you’re brushing away all the bad dreams from last night! Clean every nook and cranny; pretend you’re trying to find treasure or something cool stuck in there.

Step 4: Baking Soda Magic

Alrighty then! After you’ve brushed, sprinkle some baking soda on that bad boy like it’s magic fairy dust. Seriously though, baking soda is super awesome at getting rid of those funky odors that can sneak up on ya. Give it another gentle scrub with your toothbrush because we want this place sparkling brighter than your future!

Step 5: Dip In Vinegar – The Secret Potion

Here comes the fun part – vinegar dip! Yup, vinegar is like that weird friend who shows up at parties but kinda saves the day. Mix equal parts of water and vinegar in a bowl then let your night guard chill there for about 15 minutes. Make sure it doesn’t get too bored; check back occasionally!

Step 6: Rinse Again – The Big Splash!

After its spa day in vinegar land, take out your night guard and rinse under warm water again. Like seriously rinse it good because nobody wants their mouth tasting like salad dressing! This step is super important so don’t skip it unless you wanna walk around tasting like a sandwich.

Step 7: Drying Time – Let It Breathe

Finally, let that glorious piece of equipment dry off totally before putting it back in its case — which better be clean too or else… ew gross vibes only please! Just place it on a clean paper towel or even air dry somewhere safe… not near pets cause they might think it’s their new chew toy!

FAQ Section

Question: Why do I even need to clean my night guard?
Answer: Well imagine sleeping with leftover food particles every night… eww gross right? Cleaning helps keep bacteria away so ya don’t turn into a science experiment!

Question: How often should I clean this thing?
Answer: Do it every morning after you wake up’ kinda like brushing your teeth basically. And give it that big spa treatment once or twice a week if ya can.

Question: Can I use bleach to clean my night guard?
Answer: Nope nope nope!!! Bleach is bad news bears for anything dental-related… Actually don’t even think about using bleach unless you want to taste nightmares.

Question: What if I lose my night guard?
Answer: Oh noooo!! It’s panic time!! Check couch cushions, under bed pillows or inside snack bags…it could be anywhere!!

Question: Is there an easy way to remember to clean my night guard?
Answer: Yep set an alarm on your phone or write yourself funny notes around the house saying “Hey lazy bones don’t forget!” That will definitely do the trick.

Question: Can I skip cleaning if I’m tired?
Answer: Um no!! Tiredness is no excuse; cleaning takes just few mins max… put on music if ya need motivation!

Question: Should I share my night guard with friends?
Answer: Umm absolutely not!!! Sharing is caring but definitely not when it comes to stuff that’s been in YOUR mouth… mad cringe moment right there!

And that’s how ya keep that trusty sidekick shiny and fresh ready for more protecting action each night! Happy cleaning my friend ✌️