06/04/2026
🧼 Keep your smile transformation fresh!
Food and bacteria love to hide in your rapid palatal expander (RPE). Skipping daily cleaning can cause bad breath and irritated gums.
Follow these 4 simple steps to keep your RPE spotless:
🦷 Swish: Rinse with water after every meal to loosen trapped food particles.
🦷 Brush: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to clean around the metal bars and screw.
🦷 Reach: Dip a proxy brush (tiny interdental brush) in water to clean tight spaces.
🦷 Floss: Use a floss threader or water flosser daily to clean the roof of your mouth.
⚠️ Important Reminder: Avoid hot water -- Stick to cool or lukewarm water, instead!