How do you clean SYOS mouthpiece?
No need to worry with Syos mouthpieces as you can wash them with hot water and soap. Ebonite and metal can’t stand the heat (or wet) and can tarnish or turn a peculiar shade of green. So, use a soft toothbrush to clean the inside of these mouthpieces. Wipe and dry them after cleaning.
Can I clean my mouthpiece with hydrogen peroxide?
The simplest way to clean is to place the mouth guard in a cup or glass and fill with enough hydrogen peroxide to completely cover it. Let the mouth guard soak for at least a few minutes, then remove and rinse with water.
How do you clean Ebonite mouthpiece?
For ebonite mouthpieces, we advise to use a mild soap or neutral pH cleaning gel to avoid discoloration. It is not recommended to dip an ebonite mouthpiece in white vinegar for more than 1 minute to avoid any discolouring.
How do you fix a discolored mouthpiece?
The best trick I know is to take a very small amount of olive oil, apply it to the piece and then whipe it down. This is only a cosmetic fix as it will need to be repeated if the piece if washed with soap and water. It does bring it back close to black and leaves no taste.
Why is my mouthpiece green?
Why did my mouthpiece turn greenish brown? Ebonite mouthpieces can oxidize. Most often this occurs because of excessive exposure to sunlight and/or hot water. To help prevent this, we recommend washing mouthpieces with room temperature water and a mild soap, or a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl rubbing alcohol and water.
How can I make my mouthpiece smell better?
Soak the mouthpiece in a solution of half vinegar and half water for 5-10 minutes. Then using either a mouthpiece brush or a soft-bristle toothbrush, remove all gunk and limescale. Next, rinse out the mouthpiece water. Saturate the mouthpiece in mouthwash or Sterisol.
Can you use hydrogen peroxide to clean a clarinet mouthpiece?
Luckily, cleaning your reed is simple and quick. Soak your reed: For this step, you can use mouthwash, hydrogen peroxide, or Sterisol with water in a small container, equal parts water, half and half. You can use the same container as what you cleaned your mouthpiece in (after you rinse it out of course).
Why is my night guard turning orange?
Discoloration on a mouthguard is, often, a good sign proper cleaning isn’t happening. It’s not uncommon for people to let saliva sit in the guard, and over time, this can create a yellowing effect. While it’s common, that doesn’t mean it’s good for your oral health.