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The Dental Pod has been awarded Product of the Year at the 2025 British Dental Industry Awards, for the second consecutive year. 

People clean their aligners in many different ways and it's still being studied which method is the most effective. A common question among aligner patients  is: "Do Dental pods really work in keeping aligners clean?". To address this, we conducted a detailed experiment comparing five different aligner cleaning techniques.

Patients with restricted hand and finger movement may experience difficulty with mechanical cleaning methods and may not be able to clean their oral appliance while holding a brush at the same time.

  The Dental Pod offers a convenient and easy way to clean aligners as part of a regular care routine. It’s quick and simple to use, and I recommend using it regularly to help maintain your aligners, and eventually your retainer once your treatment has concluded.

It's important to clean your oral appliance regularly to help prevent the build-up of bacteria and keep it in good condition. But how can you clean your aligners, retainer, dentures or night guard naturally, without using harsh chemicals?

Do dentists recommend using an ultrasonic cleaner for dentures and false teeth? Discover if the Dental pod can deep clean your appliance!

Maintaining the cleanliness and integrity of your oral appliance is as important when travelling as it is when you’re at home. We are often asked about travelling with the Dental pod, so we’ll outline its pros and cons, and suggest alternative solutions to help you enjoy a hassle-free trip. 

While the Dental Pod has been specifically engineered and tested for oral appliances, we have noticed that many of our customers also successfully use their Dental pods to clean jewellery.