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When cleaning your cobalt chromium dental appliance, it's important to be wary of certain chemicals.

Dental professionals use ultrasonic cleaners in their practice to effectively clean and disinfect oral appliances, dental instruments, and equipment.

While many individuals resort to using toothbrushes to clean their oral appliances, this approach can lead to various negative consequences.

We advise our customers against using certain brands of sterilising tablets with their Dental pods, as they may damage the device. Unlike Zima’s sterilising tablets, which are specifically formulated for use with the Dental pod, other brands may contain ingredients that form hypochlorite ions when mixed with water.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, or SLS, is a common ingredient in many personal care and cleaning products, including oral appliance sterilising tablets. While SLS can effectively clean and sterilise oral appliances, it also poses potential risks that consumers should be aware of.

Cleaning your oral appliance effectively and safely with the Dental Pod is the top priority for us at Zima Dental. We have rigorously tested over 50 different oral appliance variations. 

I often come across patients who do not know how to clean their retainers properly. The Dental pod cleans retainers quickly and efficiently and you don’t need to worry about damaging your appliance.

It's important to clean your oral appliance regularly to help prevent the build-up of bacteria and keep it in good condition. But how can you clean your aligners, retainer, dentures or night guard naturally, without using harsh chemicals?