Do you recommend one of them specifically for cleaning the retainer after it was in the case for a couple of years? Haven’t used it in a while.

Thank you for the simple explanations!

Thank you

Thank you!

Thankyou for this, will be picking up some hydrogen peroxide - been having trouble with strep thoat. Your're also incredibly beautiful, hope your clinic is doing well.

that works well with spring retainers (hawely retainers) too ?! one more thing can we use the bathroom bathing soap (the one you use to wash your hands)

What do you think of ultrasonic cleaners for daily use of hawley retainers? I’m thinking of using the iSonic solution with it too. I know it’s costly but I have to make cleaning easier so I’ll actually wear my retainers again.

@ramboorthodontics1827

6 ай бұрын

Sorry for the delay! Life got a bit hectic! I do like ultrasonic cleaners and recently there have been more that have been less expensive/easier to get to use at home. If you are looking for easier ways, yes the ultrasonic will help and you could always use the cleaning tablets 'Retainer Brite'.

Thank u so much doc! U explained it crystal clear...Needed this, as I wanted to do a deep clean! I'm just having a query like the denture has to be placed in water when not in use or it would cause warpage right I just use retainer at night so I'll keep them in case filled with clean distilled water when not in use and make a new one every time?

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

I don't keep mine in water overnight but I have heard of an orthodontist recommend that. It would depend on the material. I would reach out to yours and ask!

@My-hat

8 ай бұрын

@@ramboorthodontics1827which material needs storage method? I have a night / but guard for grinding. Thank you

My orthodontist just said to use toothpaste to clean them. I sometimes use hand soap when I'm in a rush ☺️ I use them only at night since I have permanent retainers

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

I would always follow what your orthodontist says but we have found that toothpaste actually scratches the material (if it is a clear retainer), making it foggy and hold on to bacteria. The more traditional wire/acrylic retainers it probably would be aok on. Hope that helps!

Thank you, I just got my Invisalign retainers and I’m saving this video for the future. Do products such as marijuana and vapes make the time between cleans quicker or make the retainers dirtier faster?

@Dark-jf6we

2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s kinda obvious it would make them dirtier

@courier6_552

2 жыл бұрын

@@Dark-jf6we I’ve had my retainers for a fat minute now and it really doesn’t man. I’ve smoked flower and nothing has happened At all. Now I can’t wear em at all tho cause finally I could afford my wisdom teeth extractions which that shit knocked me out for a few days and counting so I’m behind on em.

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Courier6_5, we really don't recommend smoking with your aligners or retainers in as over time, it will certainly make them dirtier much faster! Hope your treatment is going okay.

Awww she looks wholesome

Had to re-watch this video cause for the first time i was just focusing on her 😂❤

Thanks for the information ℹ️ I removed my braces 😁 but how long is common use the retainer ?

@ramboorthodontics1827

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Your teeth are a part of your body and constantly move - we recommend nightly retainer wear for the rest of your life to help keep things perfect!

So if you don't recommend using the leftover toothpaste from brushing, are you just supposed to take the retainer out in the morning and just let it sit the whole day? It sounds like that would just keep it nasty and build up would occur even if you do the 1x/2x a week clean with your options.

@ramboorthodontics1827

6 ай бұрын

Sorry for the very delayed response - life got a bit hectic! In the morning, it is important to rinse thoroughly with water to get the saliva off of it. If you do that and do a 'deep clean' 1-2x/week, I have not seen build up occur and it stays clean. We don't like toothpaste because it leaves tiny scratches which then cause MORE bacteria/buildup getting stuck in it and long-term it becomes worse.

@jay____l

6 ай бұрын

@@ramboorthodontics1827No worries, I actually found a nice solution to cleaning my retainer. I can't remember if it was in this video, but I have been using a little drop of antibacterial hand soap on a separate toothbrush to clean and then rinse with water after giving it a good scrub all around. On the weekend, I put it in a concoction, consisting of water and vinegar, to let it soak for 30 mins and get some proteins that may be on it. After the 30 mins, I do another scrub with soap and rinse. It's kept my retainer looking spotless and clean for over a year.

hey ive used half water and half white distilled vinegar in a cup and the white guck is still on my retainers and its been approximately a hour and 30 minutes what did i do?

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response....Make sure to do regular cleaning. That's the #1 way to keep them the cleanest. If the tartar build up is still on there or from a long time of lack of cleaning, you may have to use a stronger solution of vingear and then try brushing it afterwards (gently..don't crack it!) or one of the retainer tablets "Retainer Brite" and brush afterwards as well. I hope that helps!

Hello will using baking soda to clean retainers, break down the plastic?

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

@shaaloook baking soda shouldn't as long as you do a mixture. We prefer baking soda over toothpaste as it doesn't have an abrasive to it.

can you leave your retainers in vinegar and water overnight?

@ramboorthodontics1827

3 жыл бұрын

I would soak for 15-30 minutes max. Sometimes the vinegar can react with your retainer (depending on the kind!) so I don't advise leaving it in longer than that!

Is distilled vinegar ok to clean 8 year old retainer ?

@ramboorthodontics1827

4 жыл бұрын

Distilled vinegar diluted with water should be okay to soak most retainers, however, it depends on the kind! It is very safe for clear retainers.

I got my braces off in the beginning of December. I wear them over 23 hours a day and take them off just to eat and brush and wear them again. I wear them so much I’m still not used to how my teeth look without them and how my bite feels without them. I know for a fact that if I miss a few days my teeth are gonna move so fast. I hope I could just wear them at night after 2 years

@ramboorthodontics1827

3 жыл бұрын

Karma, first off - Congratulations!! I'm glad to hear you are wearing your retainers. Every person's retainer needs are different and your orthodontist knows what's best for you! While in the beginning it can feel different to be brace free (you've been used to the braces for a bit!), over time you'll feel more comfortable showing off that smile. And, yes, at some point you'll be able to wear them just at night to maintain the smile you worked hard to achieve! Congrats again!

@Karma-hy6ki

3 жыл бұрын

@@ramboorthodontics1827 Thank you so much!!!! I wasn’t expecting a response. I’m pretty confident in my smile now. I clean my retainers thoroughly with a separate brush, but today I tried the vinegar water solution and it was amazing. My retainers are as good as new, I’m def gonna do that every so often now. Thanks so much! 😊😊

Your advice conflicts somewhat with other orthodontists on youtube: One said that white vinegar should be used full strength, and another said that hydrogen peroxide should not be used because, over time, it will stiffen the plastic and make it less flexible. Another said that generic Polident is her favorite cleaning method. Why is there so much disagreement?

@vlcthefish

2 жыл бұрын

lmao I agree. Every orthodontist has different instructions. My orthodontist gave me a print out that says use toothpaste.

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

There might be some general disagreement as every orthodontist has found different ways to achieve the same results. There is a general agreement on things with slight tweaks that we each have found to work best for us. I like diluted vinegar as with regular cleaning, it does just as well as full strength. Hydrogen peroxide I suggest for when you have a cold/sore throat and more want to disinfect it. And I the tablets do a great job but have a lot of chemicals in them that I wanted to suggest other solutions that are both easy and way less expensive! Whatever you find works for you and keeps your retainer clean and working properly so you can keep on wearing it - I'm happy!

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

@@vlcthefish I'm surprised by that but have heard that a few times. I have found that toothpaste makes the retainer look cloudier over time (places small scratches in it which are harder to clean out) so I don't recommend it.

@vlcthefish

2 жыл бұрын

​@@ramboorthodontics1827 Ok very interesting. My ortho is in lower Bucks(Dorfman) and I am re-reading the instructions and they just say I can brush with a small amount of toothpaste and also retainer brite can be used occasionally.

@wazup3333

2 жыл бұрын

@@ramboorthodontics1827 I have a 10 year old retainer, I soaked in the vinegar solution for 30 min, but the white plaque still doesn't come off. What to do?

Should I keep my metal retainer in water? Is it better to store metal retainer in water or dry?

@ramboorthodontics1827

6 ай бұрын

I would recommend NOT to keep in water and to keep dry. Hope that helps!

My orthodontist told me not to clean them with toothbrush. Im so confused rn😅

Can i use toothpaste for retainer?

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

Hi John, Sorry for the late response but toothpaste can be one of the WORST things to clean your retainer with! It causes small scratches in the plastic which can then lead to a build up of bacteria and not only make it harder to clean but also make it cloudy-looking too!

my orthodontist said to not use dish soap because of the harsh chemicals

I accidentally dropped one in the toilet, water was clean but I’m so scared. I’m going to use your hydrogen peroxide method, hopefully it disinfects them well. I also soaked them in soap and scrubbed them multiple times because I am scared😭

@ramboorthodontics1827

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the delayed response! I would have the same response. I'm glad you cleaned it a few times!!

i rinse my retainer with dish soap every night but no matter how long i have it rinsing off i still can taste the dish soap after taste!

@asalwaysashntir

Жыл бұрын

Do original listerine mouthwash instead of vinegar.

I would think the baking soda would scratch the retainer. Even more than toothpaste.

@ramboorthodontics1827

4 жыл бұрын

Baking soda is very fine particle wise, whereas toothpaste has an abrasive element in it, which leads to scratches and holds bacteria.

@MetalMario137

3 жыл бұрын

Look up a "toothpaste abrasiveness chart" Baking soda is among the least abrasive substances. While most toothpastes are very abrasive in comparison, due to the push to have "white" teeth. I stopped using toothpastes that were so abrasive because I was losing some enamel in some areas of my teeth, making them sensitive. I paid the price for being "too clean" abrasiveness chart: www.williamsonperio.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Toothpaste-Abrasiveness-Ranked-by-RDA.pdf

It isn’t to keep your retainer clean these days.

@sqreaky2267

3 жыл бұрын

@@amelodysfantasy7683 Corona, You wear a mask so your teeth don't show.

My dentist told me to clean it with toothpaste😭

Useless. I would like to see a close up of the retainer and a demonstration of the full cleaning and scrubbing with the toothbrush.

Daem she is cute i wish she was my doctor when i had braces

@gfslkjngsdlfkngad

4 жыл бұрын

there’s always one!

@theofficialVEVOformu

3 жыл бұрын

I know my orthodontist is Terrible and even rude and so fake

@katttt227

3 жыл бұрын

that’s a lil weird my guy