How To clean your Bruxism Teeth Grinding Night Guard

Top 10 terms for Teeth Grinding Guards.

Terms for Teeth Grinding guards.

1. Occlusal Splint– Occlusal is the relationship between the upper and lower teeth.
2. Bite Guard- Your bite is another dental term for occlusal surface.
3. Night Guard– Since most people wear their teeth guard at night this term has become popular.
4. TMJ Guard– TMJ is the pain associated with jaw joint and surrounding muscles. Typically one of the first treatments for TMJ is to get a guard.
5. Bite Splint- Splint is a generic term that connects the teeth as one.
6. Bruxism Guard- Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding\clenching.
7. MouthGuard- Since the guard is in your mouth this term has originated. Mouthguard correctly used is the term for an athletic sports guard.
8. Sleep Guard- Similar to the term night guard, since the guard is worn while sleeping.
9. Teeth Grinding Guard- Teeth grinding guard and night guard are the two most common terms.
10. Dental Guards- This is a generic term for any type of guard that is used in the mouth.

SportingSmiles grinding Guards

This is just a few of the terms used for teeth grinding guards. There is often a mixture of the terms. Like Occlusal Guard, Bruxism Splint, Bite Guard, Sleep Splint, and Tmj Splint. No matter what term you are using, the guards do the same thing. They protect your teeth at night from teeth grinding\clenching.  If your interested in purchasing please visit. http://www.SportingSmiles.com

My Gums Hurt from Teeth Whitening.

The most common issue with teeth whitening is that your gums burn during teeth whitening. We get asked this question all the time.

SportingSmiles Custom Whitening Trays

If your gums hurt or burn, or if you see white spots on your gums this is all caused by the same reason. You are putting to much whitening gel in the tray and the gel is getting pushed on to your gums.

You want to put a very small bead of whitening gel on the lower part of the tray. It can range anywhere from .25ml to .6ml depending on the size of your mouth. You need to do a little trial and error to see what’s the correct amount for your size mouth. If whitening gel gets on the gums you want to wipe it off quickly with your finger or using a tissue.

If you see white spots on your gums do not worry, the spots will typically go away in about an hour.

If you are interested in getting custom whitening trays. http://www.sportingsmiles.com/custom-whitening-trays-with-reservoirs.html

Cheap Dental Retainers Made at Home

We now have upper and lower retainers for 95$

http://www.sportingsmiles.com/two-upper-lower-essix-replacement-professional-dental-orthondontic-retainer.html

Teeth whitening for the whole wedding party?

We had brides and grooms order our custom whitening trays in bulk for gifts for their bridal party. We thought this was such a great idea that we made it one of our products.

Teeth Whitening for your bridal party.

Giving the wedding party a gift of teeth whitening isn’t just a gift for your guests. It also helps to make sure you have the best looking wedding party for all your photos. This will be a unique type of gift. This is much better than the standard engraved glass or other standard wedding type gifts. This is a product they can use for years and will not be stored in a closet of thrown away like other wedding gifts. Even if many of your wedding party already have white teeth the custom trays are nice for doing touch ups to maintain their white teeth. We even sell the whitening gel for future use.

 

Surprise your wedding party with something different!

 

If you interested in our custom wedding party kit. It can be seen HERE:

Why do dogs eat retainers?

We hear at least 4-5x a week that “my dog ate my retainer!” 

Dogs love to eat retainers

Dogs are attracted to the saliva, the smell, as well as the material that the retainers are made from.

The clear Essix style retainers are made from EVA (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate). This is often the same type of vinyl found in a dogs chew toys.  It doesn’t take long for a dog of any size to destroy a retainer.

We recommend that you store your retainers in a case, in a cool dry place such as drawer, or a high location out of reach from your pet.   

If your pet is prone to chewing up your retainers it is always a good idea to have a back-up pair to avoid any down time without your retainer.



Upper and Lower Clear Retainers

At SportingSmiles.com the re-order process is easy and efficient. Whether you need just the upper retainer, just the lower retainer, or both. We keep your impressions on file for at least 1 year to make re-ordering a snap!

How Long will my Clear Essix Retainers Last?

There is no good answer to this question. It’s different per person.  With care you can see 2-6 years with your clear essix retainers.  There is a few things you can do to extend the life of your retainers.

1. Use two hands to remove them from your teeth. The twisting motion of pulling on one side of the retainers will put stress on them and can cause them to crack.


2. When cleaning your retainers you want to support them in either your hand or place them on top of a towel on the countertop. This again prevents the twisting motion that can crack the retainers.


3. Regular cleaning will help prevent the retainers from yellowing and getting brittle. We recommend using freshguard cleaner twice a week and brushing them after each use. Cleaning instructions can be found Here.


4. Storing them in a case way from pets will also help. Pets love to chew on the plastic that the retainer and created from.

If your retainers are cracking regularly you may want to upgrade to the essix plus material. It’s more durable material and will extend the life of the retainers. If you have questions about getting a replacement set of retainers please visit SportingSmiles.com or email us at Info@SportingSmiles.com

Why Buy From SportingSmiles?

-Easy to Reorder: We keep your impression(s) for one year from the date you placed the order. This means each time you reorder it extends the date for another year. If you lose your device or if your dog eats it you can contact us for a replacement without taking another impression. Not only that but you will get a discount rate!

-Equipment: We only use top of the line thermoform machines. Thermoform guards allow for the most exact fitting product.

-Return Policy: We guarantee ever product that you make. If for some reason you are unhappy with our product or service we will gladly give you a refund.

-Reviews: We have 1000’s of positive reviews on our company and products.

-Patented Impression Tray: We have our own patented dental impression tray that takes the guess work out of picking the correct size tray needed to take an impression. This makes it easy for anyone to take their own impression.

-Knowledge: We have been a dental lab for over 20 years with a dentist on staff overseeing the process. We are experts in our field and make some of the best dental products available.

-Experience: SportingSmiles has been selling removal dental devices online for years. We have made tens of thousands of devices. Our staff is highly trained in how to make your retainers, night guards, whitening trays, or athletic mouth guards. We also can customize that mouth guard with your sport emblem, school color, nationality, almost anything imaginable.

-Products: We also sell other products to help maintain your beautiful smile.

-Dentist: We have a dentist on staff with 25+ years experience who specializes in removal able dental devices.

How to Clean my Clear Essix Retainers.

If you clean and take care of your retainers they can last many years. Here are the steps to make sure your retainers is clean and fresh.



Upper + Lower Dental Retainers

1. You want to clean your retainers with a soft bristle tooth brush and non-abrasive (non tarter control, or grit-less) tooth paste after ever use. If tooth paste isn’t available rinse the retainers in water before storing. Avoid cleaning or rinsing your retainer with any store bought mouth wash.


2. We recommend using Freshguard to clean your retainers. Freshguard is available at most drug stores, or online. If freshguard isn’t available denture cleaning tablets can also be used.


3. To use Freshguard follow the instruction on the box. Freshguard should be used at least twice a week.

This is the same process for cleaning your invisalign or other orthodontic appliance.



Fresh Guard Retainer Cleaner

The Do’s and Do Nots’ of cleaning your Clear Essix Retainer:

Do use a soft bristle tooth brush to clean your retainer.

Don’t use abrasive or tartar control tooth paste. This will scratch and damage the retainers.

Do use Freshguard to rinse your retainer.

Don’t use mouthguard rinse to soak the retainer. The alcohol in the mouthguard will make the retainer brittle.

Do cup the retainer in your hand while brushing, or place it on a towel on the counter.

Don’t twist the retainer while brushing. The twisting motion will flex the retainer causing it to crack.

We Also have a video showing how to clean your retainers:
https://youtu.be/KdDWGiC2oi0


If you clean your retainer from the beginning it will prevent any buildup and or discoloration. After retainers start to discolor it can be difficult to get them back to being clear. If you have questions about cleaning your retainer contact SportingSmiles at Info@SportingSmiles.com

Teeth Whitening Frequently Asked Questions: FAQ

Teeth Whitening FAQ

Q: How long does the teeth whitening gel last?

A: Our whitening gel has a 2 years shelf life. You want to store the whitening gel at or below room temperature away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration can be used to extend the life of the gel. If the gel gets to hot it will become liquid and will be unusable.

Q: How long do I need to wear my whitening trays?

A: We recommend wearing them for 2 weeks once a day for 15-20 minutes, or until your desired whiteness is reached. You do not want to whiten more than once a day. After the desired shade is reached touch ups can be done as needed.

Q: How much gel should I put in the tray?

A: This answer is different per person depending on your arch size. The typical amount needed is around .5ml per dental tray. If gel is over flowing on to your gums you have to much gel in the tray.  Simply use a Q-tip to wipe away any extra.

Q: I have a crown, bridge, or other dental work. Will this whiten that also?

A: Whitening gel will only work on natural teeth. It will not whiten any dental work, or artificial teeth.

Q: What strength is the gel?

A: Provided in the kit is 35% Carbamide Peroxide bleaching Gel Syringes.

Q: Is teeth whitening safe for my teeth?

A: The process of using dental whitening trays have been around for 20+ years. There is no study that shows any damage due to teeth whitening.

Q: How is whitening trays different than using zoom (laser) or whitening strips?

A: Laser whitening works great to whiten your teeth, but is expensive and will only last for a couple months. After the whitening is done there is no way to do touch ups. Whitening strips are around 7% peroxide and don’t come is full connect with your teeth. With our whitening trays the gel is 35% and cover the teeth fully.

Q: How long will my whitening trays last?

A: Whitening trays can last forever if you clean them and don’t chew on them while whitening.

Why have a backup pair of Dental Retainers?

We have many customers that order 2 sets of retainers from us, or already have a set of retainers and are looking for a spare\backup pair. We recommend this for anyone that has retainers.



Clear Dental Retainers

Here are a couple reasons why:

1. Reorder Second Pair: We give about a 30% discount on getting an additional set.


2. Retainers are fragile: A downside of essix retainers is that they are fragile and can crack. Instead of having to be in a rush to get a new set. It’s nice to have a second available.


3. Cheap insurance: You may have paid thousands of dollars to have your teeth straighten. During the time when you’re looking for your old retainers or getting a replacement your teeth can shift.


4. Dogs: Dogs love to eat retainers. We get 5-6 calls every week saying the dog ate their retainers. It would be nice to have a spare pair in case this happens to you.


5. Clear: Having clear retainers is great for making them virtually invisible while on your teeth, but this feature makes them easily accidently thrown out.


6. Cost: If you are in a rush to get replacement retainers and have to go to a dentist it can cost $300 - $600. For less than $100 you can get a replacement set from SportingSmiles.com

Having your teeth straightened is an expensive and painful process. You want to make sure that your teeth stay as straight as possible and a set of backup retainers is a cheap way to insure your teeth don’t shift back to their old location if anything happens to your retainers.

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Dental retainers after Goody Bands or Ortho fill have been used to close a Gap between teeth.

We have made many retainers for customers who have moved their teeth using goody bands, ortho fill, or other orthodontic band to close a gap between their two front teeth (diastema).

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We always recommend having a dentist involved any time you are moving teeth, but if you are using the bands to close your teeth you want to get a retainer after the gap has been closed.This is the same for any proper orthodontic procedure

If you use goody bands or other bands to close a gap and you don’t use a retainer afterward the teeth will want to spring back to their original location. This is called elastic memory.

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Our custom retainers require taking an impression of your teeth. You want to make sure that your teeth are in the position that you like when you take the impression. When taking the impression you want to watch our video and make sure that you don’t have the bands on when taking the impression.  While the retainer is being created you want to maintain the position of your teeth and not close the gap any further.

Teeth sensitivity pain after teeth whitening.

It’s not uncommon to have teeth sensitivity or burning gums after teeth whitening. There are techniques and products to help reduce the discomfort that some people experience during teeth whitening.

Techniques:

1. You want to use custom fit whitening trays. Custom whitening trays help to keep the whitening gel away from the gums, since the trays are custom fit less whitening gel is needed.


2. Quality gel: You want to buy quality gel that is made in the USA. There should be an MSDS sheet available for the whitening gel.


3. You want to fill the trays correctly. Over filling is the most common cause of sensitivity and white burning gums. When using custom whitening gel you want to use around .5ml per tray. A small bread should be applied on the lower front of the teeth.


4. Wipe away extra gel. If any gel does come on the gums you want to wipe it away as quickly as possible. A q-tip or tissue can be used.


5. Whitening Time: You only need to wear your trays for 10-15 mins. The gel loses its effectiveness after about 15 mins.

Products:

Remineralization (remin) gel will help to relieve any “zing” or burning sensation after whitening. After whitening you want to rinse and dry the whitening trays. The remin gel can then be placed in the whitening tray.

If you are still experience discomfort there is lower percentage whitening gels available. It will take longer to reach your desired whiteness, but will not cause as much tooth sensitivity.

Instructions on How to Use Custom Whitening Trays

Custom whitening trays are the best solution for whitening your teeth, but you want to make sure you are using them properly to maximize their effectiveness.

Sporting Smiles Home Teeth Whitening

You want to make sure you are using high quality whitening gel that is made in the USA. Stay away from whitening gel made in China. There is no FDA regulation on what they put in their gel and can be ineffective by the time it reaches the USA due to the extreme temperature changes during overseas shipping. Good whitening gel has an MSDS sheet available.

1. To use the whitening trays you first want to brush your teeth.


2. You want to fill the whitening trays. You want to fill the lower front of the tray with a small bead of whitening gel. (Typical amount is .5ml per tray)


3. If any gel squeezes out of the trays you want to wipe it off of the gums.


4. You want to wear the whitening trays for about 10-15mins. After 15mins the whitening gel loses its effectiveness and wearing any longer will be ineffective.


5. There will be foaming of the gel. You want to spit out any foam while whitening.


6. After 10-15mins you want to rinse both your mouth and whitening trays.


7. Whitening trays can be cleaned with a soft bristle tooth brush and cleaning solution can be used to keep the whitening trays fresh.

Video Instructions:
https://youtu.be/101m7mTrkPw

You only want to whiten your teeth once a day. Whitening gel should be stored in a cool location and kept away from direct sun light. After you reach your desired whiteness you can then stop whitening.  The advantage of custom whitening trays is that you can do touch up’s at any time and custom whitening trays can last for many years, if properly cared for.

Many people multitask and will whiten their teeth as get ready and shower in the morning. If you have any questions about custom whitening trays or how to use whitening gel please contact SportingSmiles with any questions.