Homemade Denture And Retainer Cleaner

Tired of constantly buying denture cleaner? I know I get tired of buying it for my retainers.

You will no longer have to buy denture/retainer cleaner after I give you a few simple homemade cleaner recipes. 

Most ingredients you may already have on hand.

•  Bleach-based soak:
• Directions for Making: 
• 1 part bleach mixed with 10 parts water.
• Make when ready to use.
• Directions for use:
• Soak for only 3-10 minutes. **Do not soak overnight**
• Rinse dentures/retainers off with cool water before placing them back into the mouth.
• Vinegar-based soak:
• Directions for making:
• Soaking duration mixtures:
• 10-minute soaking: Full-strength vinegar.
•  30 minute soaking: 1 part vinegar to 1 part water.
• 8 hours soaking: 1 part vinegar to 9 part water.
• Directions for use:
• After soaking, bush the dentures/retainers to help remove stubborn mineral deposits.
• Rinse dentures/retainers with cold water and place them back into the mouth.
• Sodium Bicarbonate soak:
• Directions for making:
• 1 Tsp of baking soda dissolved in 8 oz of water.
• Directions for use:
• Soak for 30 minutes.
• Rinse and place back into the mouth.

*Note: If you are not placing your dentures back into your mouth after you have soaked them, they should be immersed in clean water.

Remember to always discuss your plan with your dentist before trying something new!