Dr. Brux Instructions

Dr. Brux Instructions for fabrication

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The First Do-It-Yourself Bite Tray

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

  1. Take hold of the “VDC System” adjustment device (plastic arch) with the curved ends pointing downwards and insert it in the Bite tray, starting from one of the two lateral holes. Once the first pin has been inserted, expand the arch in such a way to line up the arch pins into the three front tray holes. And now finish off by inserting the second lateral pin into the tray.

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  2. Before starting to custom fit the tray, try in your mouth to gain confidence for the next steps.

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  3. Holding the adjustment device with the tray as illustrated, completely immerse the Bite tray into boiling water for 6 seconds.
  4. After taking the Bite tray out of the water shake any excess water. The Bite tray is warm but not hot enough to burn.

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  5. Insert the Bite tray in your mouth and bite gently. Now, with your lips closed together suck into the Bite tray for a few seconds to start customising it to your teeth by taking out all the air in between to create a vacuum. You may also aid by massaging your cheeks with your fingers.
  6. After about a minute, take the Bite tray out of your mouth and hold it under cold water for at least 2 minutes.
    At this point take out the adjustment device (plastic arch) and your Bite tray is ready to be used.


RECOMMENDATIONS
  • If the Bite tray proves not very stable or does not fit well, repeat custom fitting instructions with greater care starting from point 1.
  • Do not throw the adjustment device away as you may want to re-mould it if your dental morphology changes.
  • If you see any defects or bends in the Bite tray after customisation, you can cut them off using small pair of scissors.
  • If the Bite tray proves to be too long, you can shorten it using a small pair of scissors.
  • Before storing it away in its case, clean by brushing with a normal toothbrush and cold water.
  • Never wash the Bite tray with hot water.
  • Avoid placing the Bite tray near by heat source.
  • Do not use the Bite tray with the adjustment device inserted.

WARNINGS
In case of dental, gingival, TMJ disorders, orthodontic appliances or removable dentures, ask for your dentist’s advice before using Dr. Brux®.

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