On the first episode of my "Small Bites" series, I am going to share with you how to clean your oral appliances effectively without harming your oral microbiome.  Did you ever stop to think that your oral appliance might be contributing to an imbalance in your mouth’s microbiome? That's the startling realization I came to after noticing recurring issues with my oral health. In today's episode, we're venturing into the often-neglected realm of oral appliance care, exploring how improper cleaning routines can inadvertently disrupt our oral microbiome. We'll also dive into the potential dangers of using aggressive cleaners, and how they can have a more harmful impact than you'd imagine.

Key Points From This Episode:
0:03:54 - The Importance of Cleaning Oral Appliances
0:06:07 - How to Tell if Your Appliances Are Not Clean
0:07:09 - Ultrasonic Cleaners
0:12:33 - Retainer Care and the Oral Microbiome

Products Mentioned:
Ultrasonic Cleaner - use code ASKTHEDENTIST for 10% off https://www.zimadental.co/discount/ASKTHEDENTIST
Bristle Oral Microbiome Test -  Use code “DRB” for 10% off
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