How to Clean a Plastic Retainer
Rinse the retainer with warm or cold water., Apply a mild soap onto a toothbrush., Gently scrub the retainer., Rinse it again.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Rinse the retainer with warm or cold water.
The water will prep your retainer for the cleaning process., You can use liquid castile soap or a mild dishwashing detergent.
Additionally, use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
This way you can avoid scratching your retainer.Alternatively, you may use toothpaste.
However, use regular, non-whitening toothpaste, or make a baking soda paste by mixing 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. , Make sure to scrub the inside, as well as the outside of your retainer.
Scrub until any and all dirt and debris are removed., Do this once your retainer is clean.
Hold it under cold or warm water until all the soap residue is gone.Clean your retainer once or twice a week, or as often as you need to. -
Step 2: Apply a mild soap onto a toothbrush.
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Step 3: Gently scrub the retainer.
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Step 4: Rinse it again.
Detailed Guide
The water will prep your retainer for the cleaning process., You can use liquid castile soap or a mild dishwashing detergent.
Additionally, use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
This way you can avoid scratching your retainer.Alternatively, you may use toothpaste.
However, use regular, non-whitening toothpaste, or make a baking soda paste by mixing 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. , Make sure to scrub the inside, as well as the outside of your retainer.
Scrub until any and all dirt and debris are removed., Do this once your retainer is clean.
Hold it under cold or warm water until all the soap residue is gone.Clean your retainer once or twice a week, or as often as you need to.
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