How do you mold a shock doctor gum shield?

Bite down hard on mouthguard, suck in strongly, and use fingers to press edges of mouthguard into teeth and gum line through lips and cheeks for 20 seconds. Remove mouthguard and cool in cold water for 30 seconds. Replace into mouth and test for a good, firm fit.

How long do I boil a Shock Doctor mouthguard?

Bring water to a rolling boil. Remove water from heat source. Let water stand for 30 seconds, then place mouthguard in water for 12 seconds. (10 seconds if you wear braces) For strapped mouthguards, attach tether before placing in water.

How do you mold a flat Shock Doctor mouthguard?

Use fingers to mold the MicroFit mouthguard to cover the rest of your teeth. Press evenly. With teeth firmly clenched on the whole mouthguard, close lips and begin to suck out air until the MicroFit mouthguard hardens to a close, comfortable fit. Continue to push on the lips and cheeks to form.

How do you fit a mouthguard in boiling water?

Heat the mouthguard in boiling water Boil enough boiling water to submerge the mouthguard. Start a small pot of boiling water on the stove. You can alternatively boil some water in the hot water jug or use a microwave. Place the mouthguard carefully and submerge it in the hot water and let it soften for 20 seconds.

How a gum shield should fit?

Your guard should fit snug against your upper teeth, without needing to bite or clench the mouthguard… If you have to bite or clench to keep your mouthguard in place, your mouthguard does not fit properly. Again, your mouthguard should stay securely and tightly on your upper teeth without falling out or shifting.

What happens if you boil a mouthguard too long?

If you over boil it will ruin the mouthguard essentially making them unusable.

How long do you boil a mouthguard?

Boil enough boiling water to submerge the mouthguard. Start a small pot of boiling water on the stove. You can alternatively boil some water in the hot water jug or use a microwave. Place the mouthguard carefully and submerge it in the hot water and let it soften for 20 seconds.