formedbrds Posted October 18, 2015 Report Share Posted October 18, 2015 oh my gosh. The Internet is all over the place with conflicting information about how to disinfect retainers and regular maintenance. The orthodontist has no preference other than no heat. (Not much help) We have both kinds of retainers; the traditional with wire across front and the clear plastic similar to Invisalign. We have thrown out the toothbrushes but need to do something about the retainers. We are a few days into the antibiotics. Thanks for your advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qannie47 Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 I heard rubbing alcobol can kill strep. 15 sec immersion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayzoo Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Ask your dentist/orthodontist for a prescription for Peridex. You can soak the retainer in that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomWithOCDSon Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Ultraviolet light? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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