Caring for your grillz through a Sydney summer

Why summer is harder on grillz

Grillz sit directly against your teeth and gums for hours at a time, picking up saliva, food particles and plaque the way any surface in the mouth does. Over a Sydney summer, that's compounded by saltwater, chlorine, sunscreen and the extra humidity — all of which can dull metal and cloud stones faster than in cooler months. None of this takes long to prevent — it just needs to be regular.

Before the beach or pool

Take your grillz out before you get in the water, every time.

• Swimming or showering in your grillz exposes the metal to saltwater and chlorine, which aren't good for the finish over repeated exposure.
• Store the set somewhere dry rather than in a damp beach bag — a hard case keeps sand and grit off the metal.
• Rinse with fresh water as soon as you're back from the beach, even if you didn't swim, since sea air alone leaves a salty residue.

Daily cleaning routine

The basics are the same whatever metal or stones your set has.

• Rinse your grillz with lukewarm water as soon as you take them out.
• Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush — a spare one kept just for this is ideal — using plain water or a small amount of mild, non-abrasive soap.
• Avoid toothpaste on the metal itself; most toothpastes contain mild abrasives that are fine for tooth enamel but will dull a polished or plated surface over time.
• Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth before putting your set away — storing it damp encourages tarnish and bacteria, which happens faster in Sydney's humid months.
• Clean your own teeth and gums separately and thoroughly, exactly as you normally would, including when you're wearing your grillz less often.

Stone-set grillz need a little extra care

Moissanite and diamond are both hard stones and resist scratching well, but the metal settings holding them in place are more delicate than plain metal. Avoid anything abrasive near the stones, and if you ever notice a stone feels loose, stop wearing that piece and get in touch rather than continuing to wear it — a loose stone can be reset, but a lost one can't always be replaced to match exactly.

When to get in touch

If the fit starts to feel loose, a stone works its way free, or the metal shows wear you're unsure about, message us rather than trying to adjust it yourself. We'd always rather look at a set early than have someone keep wearing something that no longer fits properly.