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Okay, so I had this pretty disgusting retainer with white stuff caked on it. No matter what i did ( toothpaste with toothbrush) nothing came off. So this is what i did.
Get some toothpaste. ( like crest) Squeeze a small strip into a cup full half full of water. Then, find some other toothpaste and do the same thing. If you had braces, then you probably got dental fluoride. Squeeze some of that too. Fill the glass with cold water and stir. Add your dirty retainer. Leave for about one hour. When it is done your retainer will be covered in a weird mixture. Get a toothbrush and scrub it with cold water. You should have a clean retainer!
What else can I help you with?
If you have a retainer in a piercing can it get infected?
If you don't clean it and if you're using an acrylic retainer, yes. To prevent infection clean it as you normally would and use a glass retainer.
What is better wire retainer or clear retainer?
Clear retainers work well. However, you may not have the choice of using one. Your orthodontic doctor will determine the best retainer to use on your teeth. If you get a clear retainer be certain to keep it clean as you are instructed to do and keep it in a case with your name and phone number on it in case you lose your retainer.
How do you get mold off a retainer?
To clean mold off a retainer, soak it in a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar for about 15-20 minutes. Scrub the retainer gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush, rinse thoroughly, and allow it to dry completely before using it again. Make sure to clean your retainer regularly to prevent mold from growing.
Should you eat with your retainer?
It's generally not recommended to eat with your retainer in, as food particles can get trapped, leading to bacteria buildup and potential damage to the retainer. Eating with your retainer can also make it uncomfortable and may affect your ability to chew properly. It's best to remove your retainer before meals and clean it thoroughly before putting it back in.
How to take Care of our retainer?
All retainers should be cleaned properly. You can clean your retainer with a toothbrush, however, we advise using specialized retainer cleaner (or denture cleaner). When brushing and flossing, fixed retainers should be cleaned as well. Additionally, we advise against washing your retainer in hot water to expose it to extreme heat as this could cause the retainer to stretch into a different form.
What do you use to clean plastic retainer?
Your hands, soap and water (plus a cloth or sponge) is all you really need! :)
What is the right way to clean retainers?
Cleaning retainers is super important — otherwise, bacteria and plaque build up, and that smell is no joke. Most people stick to a few easy methods: Daily routine: Rinse with cool water every time you take it out. Brush gently with a soft toothbrush and mild, non-abrasive toothpaste. Avoid hot water; it can warp the plastic. Soak occasionally in a denture or retainer cleaning solution (usually once a week). Extra tips: Never use bleach or alcohol-based mouthwash — it can damage the retainer. If it starts to smell or get cloudy, a soak in white vinegar diluted with water for 15–20 minutes can help. Keep it in its case when not in your mouth to avoid bacteria and accidental damage. Basically: rinse, brush, soak, repeat. Easy and keeps it fresh.
How do you clean your teeth when you have braces?
you don't
How do you clean a retainer dropped in a trash can?
What I would do is boil the retainer in hot water to get the germs off. Then wash it in hot, soapy water. Lt it dry or towel dry it and it should be fine!! NO! Boiling in hot water can damage the retainer (or palatal expander or whatever you're trying to clean). I had this happen with my daugher's retainer and I cleaned it with antibacterial soap & water, then let it soak in Listerine for an hour, before cleaning it with Polident (following directions for denture soaking). I think that between those three the germs, bacteria, etc. should have been vanquished.
What should be done if a mouse has a gritty feel when used or if the cursor jumps around when moved?
If it' has a wheel on the bottom, remove the retainer ring, then clean the three wheels inside. Use a cotton tipped stick dipped in alcohol to clean the wheels, then clean the ball. After everything is dry, put it all back together. The retainer ring is easy to remove, just turn it counter-clockwise a few degrees.
How will a retainer work?
See, What will a retainer do.
If a mouse has a gritty feel when used or if the mouse cursor jumps around when moved what should be done?
If it' has a wheel on the bottom, remove the retainer ring, then clean the three wheels inside. Use a cotton tipped stick dipped in alcohol to clean the wheels, then clean the ball. After everything is dry, put it all back together. The retainer ring is easy to remove, just turn it counter-clockwise a few degrees.
