New OrthoDots Stops Braces From Hurting the Insides of Your Mouth

Introducing OrthoDots, a new more convenient way to protect your mouth from the irritation and discomfort of orthodontic braces. OrthoDots are thick but moldable individual pieces of dental silicone combined with new moisture-activated technology.

Unlike traditional dental silicone, your orthodontic braces brackets don’t need to be dry for OrthoDots to stick. Just push them firmly onto the braces brackets that are irritating your mouth. The moisture on your brackets activates the patented adhesive, holding the OrthoDots in place as long as 6 to 8 hours or more. You can even eat and drink with them on! Works for all types of braces: metal, ceramic, lingual (behind the teeth) and even Invisalign and Invisalign attachments. Protects the back of your cheeks from poking wires better than wax. Plus, they're made in the USA!

OrthoDots are made of biomedical grade silicone. They  are extremely moldable and easy to apply and use. You can wear them up to 24 hours if necessary, including during meals. They will stay on during light teeth brushing, but take them off for your daily heavy brushing or strong water flossing. Please note that they are not re-usable (will not re-stick) once they are removed.

Orthodontists love this new product, and in trials they said that they prefer it over traditional dental wax and dental silicone. Each box of OrthoDots comes in either a starter pack of 12 or a bulk box of 48. Buy a few boxes to keep in your backpack, desk, car, or purse so that you'll never have to suffer from the irritation of orthodontic brackets. Makes a thoughtful gift for a loved one in orthodontic braces! Get OrthoDots now at DentaKit.com.

Bite Wafers: A Low-Tech Way to Beat Braces Tooth Pain

Got sore teeth? Bite Wafers for Orthodontic Braces help relieve discomfort when you get your braces adjusted. Chewing on the wafer helps increase blood circulation in your teeth and gums, which in turn helps to reduce your pain and discomfort.

Bite Wafers are made of a semi-hard plastic which slightly gives way when you bite on it. Simply put it in your mouth and clench the bite wafer gently and intermittently between your teeth. In other words, just bite on it, on and off. Do this 3 or 4 times per day for 15 to 20 minutes per time. Do not bite down so hard that it makes your jaw ache. Gentle pressure is better. Ask your orthodontist if you need more specific instructions. Remember to wash your bite wafer at least once per day to keep it clean. You can soak it in Retainer Brite or another retainer cleaner, if you wish.

Bite Therapy Wafers are sold individually and are available in four scents/flavors: Bubblegum (Pink), Cherry (Clear), Grape (Purple), and Mint (Teal Green). They're an inexpensive, low-tech way to make your orthodontic treatment more comfortable. Try some Bite Wafers today!

Clean Your Invisalign or Retainers in 3 Minutes with Persulfate-free Steraligner

Introducing a convenient new Persulfate-free way to clean your Invisalign aligners and retainers! Steraligner removes 99.9% of bacteria*, and also removes plaque and tartar from your clear aligner. Steraligner was developed by Sam Daher, DDS, a leading orthodontist and lecturer, to provide a better and more effective cleaning system for his orthodontic patients.

Unlike powders or tablets, Steraligner (pronounced STER-a-liner) is a liquid that works immediately to clean and sanitize your aligners in just 3 to 5 minutes. With daily use, Steraligner can help reduce yellowing, staining , and bad breath caused by dirty aligners. It leaves your dental appliance sparkling clean and minty fresh.

Steraligner is safe for aligners, retainers, partials, sleep apnea dental devices, and mouth guards. Safe for retainers that contain metal solder, when used as directed.

The Steraligner Starter Kit includes one 16 ounce bottle of Steraligner solution and one soaking dish with a built-in measuring line. That's enough for a month of cleanings if you use it every day.

Try Steraligner today!

Stop Your Braces From Hurting with Drug-Free OraChill Frozen Mouthpieces

Got new braces pain or mouth pain? Before you reach for the bottle of painkillers, try drug-free OraChill®.

OraChill frozen mouthpieces block
the pain that comes from your teeth.

OraChill is a whole new way to stop your braces from hurting. It is a mouthpiece made of medical grade polymer, filled with freezable non-toxic saline solution. You freeze OraChill in your home freezer, then apply it inside your mouth as needed. When you place a frozen OraChill mouthpiece inside your mouth as directed, it blocks the pain that comes from the nerves inside your mouth and jaw. The result is, the nerves in your mouth and jaw temporarily stop transmitting pain impulses to the brain! It has been clinically proven to work!

OraChill can help stop a large part of your orthodontic pain when you first get your braces on, or after an orthodontic adjustment. When used before meals (along with some dental wax to prevent irritation), it can help you eat more "challenging" foods -- so you don't need to limit yourself to soft foods all the time!

Use OraChill any time you suffer from any type of oral pain, whether it's from an orthodontic adjustment or other types of dental work or dental surgery.

Each box of OraChill contains 3 identical mouthpieces which must be frozen before use.
Place one mouthpiece on the inside of your upper gums, and the inside of your lower gums. (You don't put OraChill on your BRACES; you place it far into the tops and bottoms of your GUMS, where your nerves are that transmit the pain).

Leave the OraChill mouthpiece in place for two minutes. Then, remove it and replace it with the second chilled OraChill mouthpiece. Leave in place for two minutes. Then, remove it and replace it with the third chilled OraChill mouthpiece. The entire process takes about 6 minutes.

Each OraChill box contains 3 mouthpieces, which are totally re-usable. Just keep the 3 mouthpieces in your freezer and use them as often as you need, as many times as you need. OraChill is latex-free and DEHP-free. It has been FDA approved and successfully tested in patient trials.

Why suffer with the pain and discomfort of braces or other orthodontic work? Try OraChill today!

OAP Retainer Cleaners are Persulfate-Free

Short on time and don't want Persulfate in your retainer cleaner? OAP Cleaners solve the problem. OAP Cleaners are available in two innovative formulas: a gel and a luxurious foam. Both of these products are clinical proven to kill 99.9% of germs and viruses on your retainer in 60 seconds and contain no dyes, abrasives, or Persulfate. Regular use will help prevent plaque buildup on your dental appliance. Great for mouthguards, nightguards, retainers, bridges, aligners, and other types of removable dental appliances. It's also safe for Hawley retainers which contain metal solder.

OAP Cleaner was specially designed for busy people who want clean retainers or aligners but don't have the time for soaking. The product comes in two forms:

• OAP Gel which kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria, and freshens your retainer in 60 seconds.*
  
• OAP Foam (better for Invisalign and Essix retainers) which spreads quickly into cracks and crevices. It kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria, and freshens your retainer in 60 seconds.*

A handy solution for kids who wear retainers or sports mouthguards -- OAP products makes it easy for them to keep their dental appliance clean while at school or after a practice or a game.

OAP Cleaner was created and patented by dental professionals in conjunction with an orthodontic device user who recognized the necessity for a comprehensive dental appliance cleaner. Use OAP Cleaner and never put an icky retainer into your mouth again! You can find them both here: http://www.dentakit.com/oapcleaner.html

Remove Your Retainers Easily with the Outie Tool

If you're having trouble removing your clear aligners or retainers, then this tool is the solution for you! The Outie Tool safely and easily removes clear invisible braces such as TRU-LINE™ and Invisalign®, as well as clear Essix retainers. This product was created by an Invisalign patient!

The Outie Tool pops your aligners out easily and quickly the first time, even when you have attachments on your teeth! Each pack comes with 7 Outie Tools: 2 electric blue, 2 neon green, and 2 hot purple. (The Outie tools are not sold individually; they only come in a pack of 7).

You'll have extra to stash at work, in your car, in your purse or briefcase, or anywhere you need to remove your aligners or clear retainers! Comes with full instructions. Take a closer look at: http://www.dentakit.com/outie.html

A Fashionable Sonic Toothbrush That's Portable - Makes a Great Gift!

Why settle for a boring toothbrush when you're on the go? The Slim Sonic ULTRA Dual Speed Toothbrush is a fashionable battery operated, portable travel toothbrush that has two speeds. It cleans with either 31,000 or 22,000 brush strokes per minute, ensuring a better clean on-the-go than a manual toothbrush. Just push the button to turn on the toothbrush and change speeds. The bristles are between medium and soft in texture.

The Slim Sonic ULTRA includes 3 replacement brush-heads, one "AAA" battery, and a coordinating travel case. It's compatible with all Violife toothbrush sanitizers. While it won't replace a more powerful sonic toothbrush (such as Sonicare), it's ideal for travel or to keep at the office or in your backpack or gym bag.

Comes in a dozen fashionable colors and patterns. Makes a great gift or stocking stuffer! Check it out at: http://www.dentakit.com/vislulto.html

Having Jaw Surgery or Wisdom Teeth Removed? Cool Jaw Ice Pack To The Rescue!

After jaw surgery or oral surgery, you often need to apply ice packs to your face on a regular basis for several days to help reduce swelling. This is especially true after wisdom teeth are removed. These handy, well-constructed face wraps do the trick. Cool Jaw Wraps are made of stretchy satin spandex material that is very soft to the touch. A special built-in pocket on each side holds an ice pack, so that you can ice both sides of your face while remaining hands-free.

The split top and tailored chin ensure a comfortable, slip-free fit, no matter the length of your hair. Two velcro closures at the top ensure a secure fit and offer a custom amount of compression to help reduce pain and swelling. The ice packs are large enough to cover the entire cheek area. The gel packs are reusable and the face wrap is machine washable.

The Cool Jaw wrap comes with 4 clear gel packs, which stay frozen and cold for about an hour when worn on your face. Keep 2 on your face, and 2 in the freezer, to ensure that one pair is always frozen and ready to use.

Why struggle with holding a ice pack to your face when you can have the convenience of Cool Jaw Wraps? Take a closer look at: http://www.dentakit.com/cooljaw.html

Capsule Case: The Perfect Place to Store Your Invisalign Aligners or Clear Retainers

Have you been looking for the perfect case to store your Invisalign clear aligner trays, or clear retainers? Well look no further! Capsule is a new concept in retainer care that makes it easier for you to wear your clear aligners.

Capsule is a storage case that doubles as an oral hygiene kit. It's divided into compartments: one for your aligners, and one for a travel-sized tube of toothpaste and travel toothbrush. Your aligner or clear retainer is held in place in its compartment by the friction of two silicone rails on the bottom of the case -- ensuring that your aligner won't slip and rattle around when the case is closed. (Toothpaste and toothbrush are included in the Capsule; clear aligner or retainer are not included -- they would be your own). The hinge opens flat, allowing you to place the Capsule case on any surface and ensure an hygienic area for your dental routine.

Great for travel, or to keep in your desk, backpack, briefcase, or purse! Check it out at: http://www.dentakit.com/caclalcakit.html

Braces Pain? Put a Jacket on Your Brackets! Great for Wrestlers, too!

At DentaKit.com we carry several lip protectors which cover your braces, and we're really excited about this new one: Bracket Jacket. It's the first boil-and-bite braces guard that is custom-formed just for your teeth. And better yet, it allows for tooth movement, so you won't have to worry about it messing up your treatment.

It covers both the front and back of your teeth and prevents discomfort caused by sharp brackets and wires. Great for lingual braces (on the back of the teeth)! This clear guard allows teeth to move, and leaves space to wear rubber bands.

It's really easy to custom fit the guard, and full instructions are included with the product, as well as the manufacturer's 800 phone number to call for assistance or questions.

Just heat the Bracket Jacket in hot water and press each tray to the teeth with braces to fit over and around the hardware. During daily wear, just peel Bracket Jacket off and then press it on to fit back into place.

When it's formed, the Bracket Jacket becomes relatively clear, like a clear aligner. You can occasionally eat with the Bracket Jacket in place, but it is not recommended on an everyday basis. You can wear Bracket Jacket for light contact sports (such as wrestling) as a mouth guard (it covers all biting surfaces; however, it does not protect from concussion). It's a great device to wear to protect your mouth when you sleep. And yes, it will work for lingual (behind the teeth) braces, with extra patience when forming the device.

Each package includes two trays (one for the top teeth and one for the bottom teeth) and full instructions. Bracket Jacket is manufactured from FDA-approved soft EVA material, and is free of BPA, phthalates, and latex. Buy two packages and save one for later if your teeth move months from now! Check it out here: http://www.dentakit.com/bracketjacket.html

Zapi Toothbrush Sanitizer Zaps the Germs Off Your Toothbrush

Meet Zapi, the cute little roly-poly toothbrush sanitizer and his friends that will zap the germs off of your toothbrush in 10 minutes! Zapi, made by VioLife, uses UV light to thoroughly sanitize your toothbrush.  Just insert any manual or electric toothbrush into the Zapi, turn it on, and in 7 minutes your toothbrush is clean. Zapi uses UV (Ultraviolet) light technology to kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria.

Zapi has a weighted bottom, so it wobbles, and the germs fall down! It's the winner of the International Housewares Design Award 2009. It takes 3 AA Batteries (not included). Its UV light is rated at 8,000 hours of use, and has an automatic shutoff after 7 minutes. Comes in several adorable designs as well as solid colors. It's a great way to teach kids healthy brushing habits.

Your Zapi comes with a free toothbrush and full instructions. It also has a one-year manufacturer's warranty. You must register your appliance with Violife when you receive it for the warranty to be valid. Adopt one today at: http://www.dentakit.com/vizaluintosa.html

Lost or Broken Retainer? Don't Panic, Get Stay Tray!

We've all been there at one time or another: at the worst possible moment, your retainer (or your child's retainer) gets lost or broken. A new retainer can cost hundreds of dollars and take a week or two to get made at your dentist. What can you do in the mean time to protect your orthodontic investment?  Easy....just get Stay Tray!

Stay Tray is a temporary replacement retainer that you mold at home in hot water (thermoformed "boil and bite" technology). It uses a patented "two tray system" to help you form the tray properly in just minutes. After forming, you can trim the retainer with scissors for a totally comfortable fit.

The Stay Tray makes a white colored retainer, which is suitable to wear at home or overnight. The rigid white EVA material holds your teeth securely in their existing position while you wait for the new retainer to come from your dentist or orthodontist. It is not meant to wear for months on end as a new retainer; it is meant as a temporary replacement so that your teeth don't move while you wait for your dentist to make a new retainer for you.

Stray Tray comes with full instructions and an 800 phone number to call the manufacturer for advice or questions.

This product is made in the US by a high-quality dental company. It's a good idea to have one of these on hand, especially if your kids are wearing retainers. You never know when a retainer might get lost or broken. Check out Stay Tray at: http://www.dentakit.com/staytray.html

Floss Your Teeth In the Shower with ShowerBreeze

If you have braces, or just a complicated oral hygiene program, flossing can become a real inconvenience. Some people have found that it's more convenient to just do it in the shower every day. Fortunately, the good people at Oral Breeze have made that possible with their ShowerBreeze product.

ShowerBreeze works like a Waterpick®-type appliance, but attaches directly to your bathroom shower head! No more bulky noisy appliances to clutter up your countertop! Great for busy adults and kids! And unlike traditional countertop irrigators, this product is very quiet -- nobody else in your house will hear you using it!

The ShowerBreeze is easy to install. First, unscrew your shower head. Then attach the included adapter. Screw your shower head into the adapter. That's it! View the video to see the installation in action.

ShowerBreeze is a terrific product for people with braces, because it dislodges food particles quickly and easily, helping you to keep your teeth cleaner. It's also great for people with periodontal pockets or gum disease, because it gets under the gumline to help fight bacteria that causes periodontitus and gingivitus.

The ShowerBreeze is made to last, with valves constructed of chrome-plated brass. It comes with all hardware and detailed instructions, two tips (one yellow and one green), and a tip holder for your bathroom. Replacement tips are available. All of the OralBreeze products are made by Americans in a Veteran Owned and Operated Company.

See it in action at: http://www.dentakit.com/showerbreeze.html

Bracees - The New Braces Cover That's Better Than Dental Wax

Tired of putting on and taking off dental wax from your braces day after day? Then you might want to try this innovative new product. Bracees is a soft cover which fits over individual brackets, and stays on until you take it off. Created by a dentist, these stylish little covers simply slip over individual brackets. They can be worn when eating, drinking, and sleeping.

Bracees come in plain clear (for adults or anyone who just wants a plain bracket cover), or cute colors and designs for kids. Even the rubbery container that they come is cool!

This is one of the most useful and interesting new products we've seen for braces in a long time. Most braces covers tend to cover all of your teeth. Bracees is the first product we've seen that covers individual orthodontic brackets, so you can put them where they will help you the most.

Kids will love this product even if they don't use it for mouth sores -- as a fashion statement with different colors and graphics, such as hearts, musical notes, peace signs, dogs, and cats.  This product is definitely a win-win, and worth checking out!

Plaque HD Green Toothpaste Reveals The Plaque On Your Teeth While You Brush!

Ever wonder whether you're brushing your teeth well enough to get off all the plaque? Well, now you can know exactly how well you're brushing, with PlaqueHD Toothpaste.

Plaque HD is an FDA-registered fluoride toothpaste which has a built-in disclosing agent. When you brush your teeth with Plaque HD, it turns the plaque on your teeth green. Just keep brushing the areas where you see the green until it disappears -- then you know that you have gotten all traces of the plaque off of your teeth! There's a cool video on our website that shows you how it works.

Plaque HD is great for anyone with braces or without! It's a terrific tool for children, to teach proper brushing habits. Plaque HD's Targetol Technology (tm) contains disclosing agents to color and identify plaque build-up on teeth. It's more than just a tube of toothpaste -- it's a revolutionary oral hygiene tool!

Dentists across the nation have given Plaque HD high marks, and this new product is really causing a buzz in the dental industry. It's safe enough to use every day, and it doesn't stain elastic ligatures or dental work when used as directed.

When you consider how much you invest in your smile, a tube of this stuff goes a long way to prevent problems and teach great oral hygiene habits. Comes in two flavors: Fresh Mint or Berry Bubblegum. Mosey over to our website and see it for yourself at http://www.dentakit.com/plaquehd.html

OrthoKey - The Key To Removing Your Clear Retainer Easily!

If you have Invisalign aligners or clear retainers, you already know how difficult it can be to get them out of your mouth! It's time to stop breaking your nails and head over to DentaKit.com to get the OrthoKey. This brand new tool was invented by an Invisalign user.

The OrthoKey Tool safely and easily removes clear invisible braces such as TRU-LINE™ and Invisalign®, as well as clear Essix retainers. It pops your aligners out easily and quickly the first time, even when you have attachments on your teeth! It has an angled neck and a multi-grip handle. Comes with full instructions. There's even a video on our website which shows how it's done!

Each OrthoKey tool is individually wrapped. It comes in white or blue (sorry, color choice not possible). Buy several of them to keep in your purse, backpack, desk, car -- anywhere you need to remove your Invisalign or your clear plastic retainers!

If your aligners are very tight, rinse your mouth with warm water before trying to remove them with the OrthoKey. Get this product! Your fingers and nails will thank you! Head over to http://www.dentakit.com/orthokey.html to check it out!

A Hanukkah Song for Braces Wearers: "Ortho, Ortho, Ortho"

(to the tune of Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel)

I had a malocclusion
I hated every day
The ortho said he'd fix it
And to him I did say,

Oh ortho, ortho, ortho
How much more do I pay?
When will my teeth be straightened?
What can I eat? Oy vey!

And so I wore my braces
Brushed after every meal
I also wore elastics
Yes, I was no schlameel.

Oh ortho, ortho, ortho
When is my next appointment?
And for this awful canker sore
Do you have any ointment?

I couldn't chew the brisket
Or bite the chocolate gelt
At least there were the latkes
In my mouth they did melt!

Oh ortho, ortho, ortho
I need some dental wax
And please give me a lot sir,
For these painful train tracks!

So now it's two years later
My braces have come out
As I light my menorah, I think
A miracle happened in my mouth!

Oh ortho, ortho, ortho
How much more do I pay?
When will my teeth be straightened?
What can I eat? Oy vey!

Happy Hanukkah from DentaKit.com!

Getting Jaw Surgery? DentaKit.com Has Cool Jaw Wraps, Squeeze Bottles, and Zip-N-Squeeze Bags!

Cool Jaw wraps help you recover from jaw surgery

If you're getting jaw surgery or other types of oral surgery, you need to make sure that you have the supplies you will need to stay healthy and comfortable. DentaKit.com is making it easy for you to get your most necessary supplies all on one place! We now carry Cool Jaw facial ice wraps in three colors, 32-ounce Mueller squeeze bottles, and Zip-N-Squeeze bags.

These supplies are vital for successful recovery from jaw surgery or facial surgery. The Cool Jaw facial wraps feature a split top that stays securely on your head and accommodates all lengths of hair. Two separate velcro straps ensure a secure fit. Each Cool Jaw wrap comes with 4 clear gel ice packs that stay cold on our face for up to an hour. Alternative, you can also buy the blue gel hot/cold packs, which remain flexible when frozen and stay frozen on your face for about a half hour.  The Cool Jaw face wraps are available in light blue, white, or black. (Black is recommended to hid blood stains the best).  Keep two ice packs in the freezer and two on your face, to ensure continuous cold therapy.

32-ounce Mueller Squeeze Bottle

Mueller Squeeze Bottles have been the gold standard for teams across the country for years. The beauty of this product is its soft flexible plastic, which enables you to squeeze almost every last drop of liquid from the bottle. There is no need to suck on the straw -- just squeeze the bottle and the liquid flows freely from the straw into your mouth. The harder you squeeze the bottle, the faster and more forcefully the liquid flows out of the straw.

We carry the 32-ounce Mueller squeeze bottle. It's a great way to ensure that you remain hydrated during those first painful days of recovery after your jaw surgery.

Zip-N-Squeeze Bags at DentaKit.com

Zip-n-Squeeze bags were unavailable for a period of time, but they are now being manufactured again and we have them! The bags come in two varieties: the Z-100 is for thin liquids, and the Z-200 are for thicker pureed foods. As the name implies, you fill the plastic pouch with liquid, zip up the top, and just squeeze on the bag to get the liquid flowing through the straw. 

Zip-N-Squeeze bags are reusable and easy to clean. The magic of Zip-N-Squeeze is that no inward sipping is required (after jaw surgery you are often told not to sip or suck on a straw). By using the clamp, you can regulate the flow of liquid -- just put more or less pressure on the clamp and the liquid flows freely by itself from the bag into your mouth -- no sipping or sucking required!

We sell the Zip-N-Squeeze bags in sets of five, so that you have enough to use during those difficult first days and weeks after your jaw surgery.

And in case you're wondering what you can "eat" after jaw surgery, the handy book "Dinner Through A Straw" contains pages of tips and recipes to keep your appetite satisfied!

All of these products are available at DentaKit.com with Expedited Shipping, which means that you will get your order within 3 business days. 

Zip-n-Squeeze Bags for a Liquid Diet After Jaw Surgery - Now at DentaKit.com

Zip-n-Squeeze Bags for Jaw Surgery at DentaKit.com

Zip-n-Squeeze bags are now available at DentaKit.com. Getting jaw surgery? If so, you will find Zip-n-Squeeze bags indispensable for your recovery!  These bags make it possible to get your nutrition of a liquid diet without needing to sip, suck, or move your jaw excessively.

Zip n Squeeze bags work exactly as the name implies: you fill the bag with liquid or pureed food, zip the top of the bag securely, then merely squeeze the bag to get the flow of food or liquid into your mouth.

These bags have become the gold standard for oral surgery patients over the years. For a time they were unavailable, but now they are in production again.

They come in two types: The Z-100 bags are for thin liquids (such as water or broth). The Z-200 are for thicker pureed foods or smoothies. Each package comes with 5 bags, plus full instructions.

DentaKit.com also carries the book "Dinner Through A Straw," which contains helpful pre-and-post surgery tips, and a lot of great liquid diet recipes. In the coming weeks, we are planning to add facial ice packs and squeeze bottles for orthognathic surgery patients, as well.

If you're getting jaw surgery and would like us to carry any other products, contact us and let us know what you would find useful! We're always open to suggestions!

Check out our jaw surgery recovery products on our website: http://www.dentakit.com/prforjawsu.html

How to Clean Retainers and Invisalign Aligners: A Video Tutorial

We've been busy making more videos, and this is the latest. It explains in detail how to clean different types of orthodontic retainers and Invisalign aligners. The video is 5 minutes long, but well worth the time to watch. http://youtu.be/flQkX5uM1l0

In a nutshell, the video explains that:

• You should never brush an Invisalign aligner or clear Essix retainer, and do not use toothpaste on them.
  
  
• You should not continually soak a Hawley retainer that contains metal solder, because the solder will eventually crumble and fall off.
  
  
• You should clean your retainer every single day in a product that kills germs and prevents white plaque buildup.