What do you think is the best way to clean Invisalign trays?

Posted 25 Aug 2011

It seems there are many ways to clean Invisalign trays. The Invisalign company even sells a cleaning kit, but at $75 for 50 cleanings that seems crazy expensive to me.

What have you found to be the best way to clean your trays?

Also, if you tried anything you would suggest others avoid (ie, did you boil them?!) feel free to list that too. Sometimes knowing what not to do is just as important as knowing what to do!

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kayla30 19 Apr 2013

I use denture cleaner once a day and brush with toothpaste the other 3/4 times a day :)

pamexx 5 Dec 2012

My dentist told me 50/50 water and vinegar- just put them in a cup while eating. works perfectly - clean and fresh every time... Obviously can only be done when ur at home tho really...

mskitkat56 12 Oct 2012

The instruction book that came from Invisalign says to clean the trays using a toothbrush, water, and toothpaste. It tells you not to use denture cleaners or mouthwash.

CraftyMama 12 Oct 2012

That's what I thought. But, I just had an appt with my ortho on Tues and he suggested denture tables (said they were the same as the retainer brite tablets) and also to soak it for no more than 1 minute in listerine if I have a cold or sore throat to help kill any bacteria. Haven't tried it yet, since the peroxide/water mixture seem to work fine for me right now. My ortho is a preferred Invisalign provider also.

Isis811 11 Dec 2012

My orthodontist told me NOT to use toothpaste. He advised toothpaste has abrasive materials in it that can scratch the aligners and make them become cloudy. He advised to use denture cleaning tablets, let them soak, then dip the toothbrush in the cleaning solution and use that to brush clean the aligners.

Sairbear15 26 Sep 2012

I was advised against using toothpaste or mouth wash, and many Orthodontists will nay-say the use of denture cleaning tablets. My Orthodontist's assistant has them and she suggested just using a toothbrush and scrubbing them with liquid hand soap. It keeps them nice and clean, without scratching them up or warping them.

CraftyMama 1 Sep 2012

I tried the peroxide but mixed it with water. Works great. I also brush a bit of clear listerine to freshen them once a day. I wear each tray for 3 weeks and no problems with them looking or smelling fresh.

MalenaScordia 28 Aug 2012

I use the tablets that is used for Dentures. I buy the CVS brand. It works great!

BWB 21 Aug 2012

I use a product called, Kleenite. It is a multipurpose dental cleanser. It can be used for orthodontic retainers, mouth guards, etc. The cost is about $5.00 for a bottle that is good for 90 uses. It can be found at Rite-Aid drug stores.

kab1200 20 Aug 2012

You are not supposed to use toothpaste to clean your trays. I just use listerine and a toothbrush to clean mine, never had a problem.

Allou 13 Aug 2012

I had a terrible taste in my mouth after eight weeks of cleaning my trays with toothpaste and brush. I've switched to using liquid soap (foaming soup makes it easy!) and a toothbrush and not only is the bad taste gone, but the trays are cleaner.