1-Can toothpaste be used to clean orthodontic retainers?
No, never use toothpaste to clean orthodontic retainers, because toothpaste scratches the surface of the retainers and causes them to corrode and render them unusable. Use a mild cleaner such as dish soap or liquid soap to clean the retainers.
2- How do I know the type of cleaner suitable for cleaning orthodontic retainers?
In most cases, using a mild, non-acidic, antibacterial soap can be a good option for washing your retainers. However, it is best to ask your orthodontist about this at the beginning of the period of use.
3-Can orthodontic retainers be boiled to clean them?
No, under no circumstances should you use boiling or very hot water to clean orthodontic retainers. Therefore, it is not recommended at all to boil the retainer for the purpose of disinfecting and cleaning it, because this will cause serious damage to the retainer.
