Health Tip: Care for Your Mouthguard: MedlinePlus

Health Tip: Care for Your Mouthguard: MedlinePlus

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Health Tip: Care for Your Mouthguard

Brush it with toothpaste

URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_133433.html (*this news item will not be available after 04/25/2013)

By Diana Kohnle

Friday, January 25, 2013

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(HealthDay News) -- A mouthguard helps prevent damage to your teeth and mouth during sports or other physical activity.
The American Dental Association suggests how to keep your mouthguard clean:

• Thoroughly brush the mouthguard with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Or at least rinse it before and after every use.
• Periodically wash the mouthguard in cool, soapy water and thoroughly rinse.
• Store and carry your mouthguard in a protective container that has openings for ventilation.
• Never put your mouthguard in hot water or in direct sunlight.
• Regularly inspect your mouthguard for wear and tear, and replace it when necessary.

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