P a c if ic a D en t a l
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P a c if ic a D en t a l
202 – 2951 Tillicum Rd.
Victoria, BC – V9A 2A6
Phone: 250.384.7141
Fax: 250.384.6445
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Thank you for letting us take
care of your dental needs.
D r . C r ist in a C o c a , D D S
2015
Night
Guard
and
Orthodontic
Appliance
Home Care Instructions
www.pacificadental.ca
Care
Instructions
You have just received your new
night guard or orthodontic appliance.
As with any device, the after care at
home is just as important as the care
in the dental office to ensure the best
results. This pamphlet will help you
address any questions you may have
and how to deal with issues if they
arise.
Every person has a different
experience when it comes to their
new device and this is completely
normal. What you need to do is to
make sure you understand what is
needed to take care of yourself once
you leave the office.
What to expect
New night guard or orthodontic
appliance can be a challenge for
anybody. Even if you’ve had an
appliance like this before, it still
takes some time to get used to
them. In your first month, you will
experience;

Increased salivation

Sore spots in your mouth (if
it persists for an extended
period, contact your doctor)

Discomfort as you are
getting used to the
appliance
Do not eat with either of
them in your mouth

Store night guard in the
container provided
during the day
Cleaning
To clean your night guard or
orthodontic appliance is quick
and simple.

Do not use toothpaste to
clean as it could cause a
yeast infection

Strongly recommended
to soak it every night in
the sonic machine and
cleaner for a deeper
clean

Brush and floss your
teeth as normal
What to do
There are a variety of things you
could do to get used to your night
guard or orthodontic appliance;
.


Wear your night guard
nightly and every night

Wear your orthodontic
appliance every day as
directed by your doctor
F r i en d ly R em in d er ,
Don’t forget to let us know if
you need any more supplies
or instructions.