You will need
- - an individualized Capa;
- - hot and cold water;
- pan;
- - a bowl;
- - a glass;
- - toothbrush;
- - sterile container.
Instruction
1
Consult a good orthodontist. He will be able to individually match you with orthodontic overlay subject to the dentition and will tell you how to wear a mouth guard and care for her. You will only have to fully comply with the instructions of a doctor.
2
Pick a standard tray, which are sold ready to use. Today in sports shops and dental clinics are sold in different designs from simple plastic to gel-filled and scented.
3
If you manage to choose the optimal size option before you use mouth guard it is recommended to consult with a doctor (for athletes) coach. To shop by yourself can be not only senseless but also dangerous to health. For example, boxers use maxillary (not double!) the pad, which allows you to breathe properly during sparring.
4
Try "blind" himself the mouthpiece of the thermoplastic material under hot water it is able to take the desired shape. First, again, turn to a professional for shaping lining. Only then it will correspond to your anatomical features and, therefore, more reliably protect from possible injuries.
5
Before using a new thermoplastic mouth guard is well "cooked". Carefully read the usage instructions of the product. You usually need to withstand the workpiece in water with a temperature of 75 degrees within a minute.
6
Bring the water to a boil, pour it into a deep bowl and a couple of minutes (during this time the water has cooled slightly) lower back Kapu. After the allotted instruction time pad to soften. She needs to quickly get a clean spoon and place on a couple of seconds in a glass of cold water to avoid burns.
7
Insert the prepared mouth tray into mouth and hold firmly. Simultaneously with the bite you need to roll the front edge of the design with your fingers to "lay" on the gums. Do this for 20 seconds.
8
Unclench your teeth and check how sustainable your plate. If it is held in the jaw, the mouth guard is ready for use. Rinse it with a toothbrush and rinse in cold water. Then put in a special case or a different sterile container (plastic container, jar with the soft cap, plastic bag) with small holes for air access.
Useful advice
If you are unable to correctly prepare a mouth guard, you can try to "cook" again.