Sat.May 02, 2020

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4 Things You Should Do - or Not Do - to Maintain Your Oral Appliance

Jeannie Chung DDS

Millions of people wear some form of removable oral appliance. The range is pretty extensive, from orthodontic clear aligners and retainers to full or partial dentures. But while they may vary in purpose, they all require the same thing: regular cleaning and maintenance. And there's a right way to care for them, and a wrong way. The right way ensures you'll get the most out of your appliance—the wrong way might drastically curtail their longevity.

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The Right Way to Clean a Dental Practice During COVID-19

Denton Dental Center

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have taken to disinfecting and wiping down delivery packages, doorknobs and other surfaces and objects that are frequently touched. Proactive cleaning and disinfecting is not just taking place at home – your dentist and dental professionals are also taking extra measures to ensure their office is as clean as possible to protect both patients and themselves.