If you wear a mouthguard while playing sports, you already know how important it is for protecting your teeth. A properly fitted mouthguard can help cushion impacts and reduce the risk of injuries to your teeth, lips, tongue, and jaw.
But what happens after the game? If your mouthguard goes straight from your mouth into your sports bag, it may be getting a lot less care than it deserves. Fortunately, keeping it clean and in good condition is relatively simple.
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