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ClearRetain calls it their thinnest, most durable, least noticeable night guard material, custom-made with computerized equipment for a precise fit (over 98% of their appliances fit on the first try). Note it won't fit correctly if you still have brackets, buttons, cosmetic gems, or leftover cement on your teeth — these must be removed before taking your at-home impression, and anyone with a bonded permanent retainer should contact ClearRetain before ordering.","sourceIds":["source:1q82iqqkhc3yq"]},{"productRef":"a72c28b4-4341-48f7-8ae6-450ede67c43e","summary":"Choose this if you wear a retainer at night but also grind or clench your teeth and want both jobs in one custom appliance. 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Each guard is custom-made from impressions you take at home with the included kit, though the merchant notes some customers botch their first impression attempt. 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