Dr. Kami Hoss on Retainer and Braces Care
Healthline.com Taking Care of Your Retainers and Braces with Dr. Kami Hoss After aligning the jaw and teeth with braces, people might need to wear retainers to preserve the proper form. Dr. Kami Hoss shares some tips on properly cleaning your dental appliance for those who use removable retainers. First thing first -- keep the case clean at all times. Some people remove their retainer and casually put it back in its case before meals. Keeping the case clean and disinfected will help preserve the form. Washing the retainers and braces with water and soap daily is usually sufficient. Next up, maintain the equipment with a denture or retainer cleaner. Before going with just any denture or retainer cleaner, it is best to seek an orthodontist's recommendation. If you happen to have sensitive teeth and gums, the usual formula might be too harsh. The dentist will be able to provide the right solution that will thoroughly clean the retainer without causing discomfort once it is worn. ...