How To Clean Retainers

Use A Cotton Swab

A retainer can collect bacteria and other harmful matter from the mouth while it is being worn. These materials can accumulate in grooves and ridges over time, especially in certain types of retainers. A cotton swab can be used to get into these areas for cleaning. The use of cotton swabs during deep cleaning can help reach and loosen food particles in more detailed areas of the retainer. These areas tend to have more buildup, particularly in retainers worn twenty-four hours a day. The retainer should be examined closely to find these areas, and a deeper, more detailed cleaning should be done about two to three times a week. When cleaning with a cotton swab, the swab should be moistened with a cleaning solution, and a circular motion applied while cleaning.

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