Brochure for Night Guards and Orthodontic
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Brochure for Night Guards and Orthodontic
P a c if ic a D en t a l Questions or Concerns? Don’t hesitate to contact us so we can help! 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 [email protected] 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.