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Sterilizing tablets are an essential aspect of any oral appliance cleaning routine. However, its important to avoid tablets that contain harsh chemicals that may harm your oral appliance, or even your health.

Our recommendation is based on our own internal research and a study by the University of Hong Kong.

Zima Dental's sterilizing tablets are an expert blend of ingredients, meticulously designed to ensure optimal cleanliness of dentures without the risk of bleaching or discoloration over time.

Oral appliances, including aligners, retainers, and night guards, are crafted from medical-grade plastics or acrylics. Despite the durability of these materials, exposure to certain chemicals found in some sterilizing tablets can induce degradation over time. 

When cleaning your cobalt chromium dental appliance, it's important to be wary of certain chemicals.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, or SLS, is a common ingredient in many personal care and cleaning products, including oral appliance sterilizing tablets. While SLS can effectively clean and sterilize oral appliances, it also poses potential risks that consumers should be aware of.

It may be wise to avoid products combining vitamin C with sodium benzoate, especially in large quantities or in products that are stored for extended periods of time.

While sterilising tablets can kill bacteria and other germs, they may not be effective at removing plaque and other debris from your appliance. It's important to clean your dental appliance thoroughly to remove any accumulated bacteria and debris, which can cause bad breath and other oral health issues.