How to Clean an Acrylic Mouthguard

Keeping your acrylic mouth guard clean fosters good oral health and hygiene. The Consumer Guide to Dentistry suggests that an over-the-counter mouth guard can last for a few months or more, while a custom-fitted version may last a year or longer. Properly cleaning of your mouth guard throughout its lifetime can prevent infection or disease -- and provide a better-tasting wearing experience.

Things You'll Need

• Mild liquid soap
• Cup
• Mouth wash
• Plastic perforated storage box

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Instructions

• 1

  Rinse your mouth guard with water after use and place it in a clean, dry case until you're ready to clean it. Remember to clean the guard as soon after use as possible.

• 2

  Wash the mouth guard with mild soap under cool running water, then rinse thoroughly.

• 3

  Submerge the mouth guard in a cup of mouthwash for 30-60 minutes.

• 4

  Remove the mouth guard from the mouthwash and rinse it under cool running water.

• 5

  Store the mouth guard in a well-ventilated plastic storage box.