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A member asked:
Is it okay to use mouth wash with retainers on?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes: Yes, but better to take the retainers off since they may prevent the mouthwash from accessing all surfaces of your teeth.
Answered 5/4/2015
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Generally Not: Mouthwash can damage the surface of your retainers over time...It's too aggressive for most plastic materials. In addition, the mouthwash won't reach all the areas of your mouth/teeth when the retainers are in the way, so it won't give you the maximum benefit. There's really no advantage to keeping them in while you're rinsing.
Answered 8/27/2013
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Yes: However removal of your retainers will allow the mouthwash to access all of the areas covered by your retainer. Most mouthwash contains alcohol, this should not cause damage.
Answered 2/18/2013
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