Tusk Fitting & Troubleshooting

 
Fitting Instructions

You need: a mug, a fork, a towel a mirror and some water in a cauldron or kettle

  1. Boil water and pour into a mug
  2. Place ONE tusk into the mug and wait for the root to turn fully clear
  3. Remove tusk using a fork and dry it off. Wait a few seconds and let it cool, just like your new orcsona its gonna be hot!
  4. Place the tusk over or near your lower canine (look for L and R on the part that faces into the mouth to make sure you have the correct side.
  5. Make sure your tooth is in or near the depression on the bottom of the tusk root
  6. Press the tusk root down on the tooth while pushing it inwards, against your outer gums and towards the back of your mouth.
  7. Relax your jaw and gently close your mouth pressing your upper tooth into the root pad on the top of the tusk (DO NOT BITE DOWN)
  8. Use your fingers to flatten any extruded root material in front and then open your mouth and do the same in the back (try not to wiggle the tusk).
  9. Close your mouth and create suction for 2 minutes.
  10. For a tighter fit you may optionally pop your tusk in the freezer briefly to quickly set the tusk.
  11. Inspect the outer edges of the tusk to ensure there are no sharp edges that will irritate your mouth.  Soften any sharp edges by dipping it in the hot water for a few seconds and then rubbing the edges gently with your finger.
  12. Warm it up under warm (not hot) water before trying it back on. You should do this every time you put it on.
  13. Repeat with other tusk.
  14. Always wash your tusks with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly before and after use.
  15. Do not store in moist environments. 
  16. Remember NEVER eat, drink, bite or sleep while wearing your Chompers

TIP: Hold Chompers under warm water before each use to slightly soften the root material. 
PROTIP: Apply chapstick or a gentle moisturizer to your lips before wearing.  It will help your lips move more naturally around the tusks and it’s good self care! 

Troubleshooting: 

  • If you have a loose fit:
    • The tusk fits well but it wont stay in place:
      • Add a few beads to the hot water.
        When clear briefly dip your tusk in the water to heat up.
      • Shake dry and then add the melted beads around the inner and outer edges of the tusk.
      • Refit with suction for 2 minutes.
      • Repeat until you get the desired lock. 
    • The tusk does not fit well or stay in place:
      • Place the tusk back in the boiling water with about 6 extra beads. 
      • Once clear shake dry and reform the root with the additional beads.
      • Follow the fitting instructions again.
      • repeat until you get the desired lock.
  • You feel a rough/sharp spot on your gums:
    • Rough Spot: Usually this is caused by the resin portion of the tusks touching your gums. Re-heat your root until the problem area turns clear and add some additional root material beads to cover any exposed resin sections.
    • Sharp edge: Usually this is caused by hardened root material. To soften place under hot water until the area turns clear and use your thumb nail to press away the sharp edge