Talon NG Appliance Care

1. Prior to placing the appliance in your mouth:
   • Brush and floss your teeth.
   • Soften the appliance under warm tap water to aid in placement of the appliance over your teeth.
2. To insert the appliance:
   • Use the forefinger and thumb of both hands to guide the appliance into place over your teeth.
   • Gently close your teeth together to insure the appliance is fully seated.
3. Removal of the appliance:
   • Use the forefinger and thumb of both hands to grasp the appliance.
   • Pull the appliance from your teeth.
4. Cleaning of the appliance:
   • Use liquid hand soap or other mild toothpaste abrasive recommended by your dentist.
   • Brush the appliance under cold tap water with a soft toothbrush.
5. Storage of your appliance:
   • Shake moisture from the appliance.
   • Place the appliance in a container provided by your dentist, or use a sealable container such as a tupperware container.
6. Mineral deposits or opacity:
   • Mineral deposits can accumulate causing discoloration. If this occurs – soak the appliance for approximately 15 minutes in a denture soak cleanser.
   • After soaking – allow the appliance to air dry and store it in your sealable container.
   • Note: Air drying helps to dissipate the opaque appearance caused by excess moisture.
7. Contact your dentist:
   • As directed by your dentist.
   • If changes in your symptoms occur.
   • If changes occur in the appearance of your mouth or gums.

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