Kids Dental Insurance, Cleaning your Retainer with Baking Soda
Baking soda is a safe, all-purpose disinfectant which can control bacteria without harming your mouth. Baking soda may also help whiten retainers that have yellowed. It helps to controls bacteria without harsh chemicals and can prevent a retainer from developing pH imbalances that harm the mouth.
To use baking soda: People should create a paste that is half water and half baking soda. The mixture should be thick enough to stick to the retainer. Then scrub the retainer gently with the mixture and a soft toothbrush, just as you would with toothpaste. Residue should be removed by rinsing the retainer, thoroughly.