Natasha Caleel Freutel is a health and fitness writer, personal trainer and licensed occupational therapist. She obtained her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and master’s degree in occupational ...

Dental experts and orthodontic associations have issued updated, evidence-based guidance on cleaning retainers and night guards to prevent bacterial buildup, odors, and material damage.

Retainers, night guards . . . it's all taboo. Those of Us who suffered through years of braces know how important it is to follow our orthodontist's orders, but dealing with a retainer can be ...

I wear retainers daily, and there’s nothing worse than scrubbing my retainers for multiple minutes with a toothbrush every day — only to see they’re still not clean. After trying — and consistently ...