Top lists

Every retainer care top list, from cleaner machines to cases

Short lists of cleaners, soaks, cases and aligner tools, built on owner reports and the makers' specs.

9 top listsRe-checked every quarterNo prices, stars or scores

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Featured top list 6picks 42 to 50 kHz150 to 600 ml tanksPlug-in or battery

Ultrasonic cleanersRe-checked this quarter

The Best Ultrasonic Retainer Cleaners

Six cleaners compared on tank, cycle, power and UV.

Pacemaker? Zima says consult your physician first; Align says: "Do not use the Ultrasonic Cleaner if you have a pacemaker."

Planned lists open their category hub for now.

9 top lists

Soak times and ingredients.

Coming soonTablets hub

Vented, slim and travel cases.

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Cleaners that fit a thicker guard.

Coming soonNight guard hub

Three ways to clean a tray.

Coming soonUltrasonic hub

Bigger tanks for a denture or a guard.

Coming soonUltrasonic hub

Crystals, foams and machines.

Coming soonTablets hub

Seating and removal tools.

Coming soonChewies hub

Kill rates only as the makers quote them.

Coming soonUV hub

Owner reports read by theme and makers' specs checked. No lab tests.

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