Cleaning Your Removable Denture/Retainer/Partial
Do You Want To Use Toothpaste To Clean It?
• Choose a low abbrasive SLS-free toothpaste so it doesn't dry out the plastic
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• Make your OWN cleaning agent
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• Use the "Pro Tip" below...
•-> Mix baking soda with 1 teaspoon bleach to create a paste. Use with brush, then rinse well.
If your mouth appliance looks like this:
Follow these instructions...
PRO TIP!!!
To INSTANTLY sanitize and deodorize your plastic appliance, use THIS!
If you have aligner trays,
Follow these instructions...
Purchase an ultrasonic pod for clear aligner trays. Available on Amazon here.
Fill with water and a small splash
of chlorine bleach to sanitize
them. Run for at least 6 minutes.
Use a soft brush if needed while
rinsing under running water.
Clean Daily.
Brush the item as soon as you remove it from your mouth.
Rinse well.
• Do not use a toothbrush on dentures or partial dentures. It wears out your brush quickly. Use a denture brush. The bristles of a denture brush are stiffer and more effective.
Storing Your Appliance When Not In Use
• Do not place a denture, partial, retainer, nightguard or any other plastic item into your mouth while it is DRY.
• The surface of the acrylic/plastic is porous like a tiny sponge. This will adsorb the odor and bacteria of your saliva. Let it adsorb water, first, instead to keep it from becoming smelly.
1. Always wet the plastic item with water before wearing it in your mouth.
2. Clean it after each use. (see below)
3. Store in a liquid. Not dry. (see below)
Caring For Your Plastic
Removable Appliances
