Best Practices for Using Sterilising Tablets with a Dental Pod

When paired with an ultrasonic dental pod, sterilising tablets become an essential part of your daily dental appliance care. They help remove harmful bacteria, eliminate odours, and keep retainers, aligners, and dentures fresh. But are you using them the right way?

Why Use Sterilising Tablets?

Ultrasonic vibrations alone do a fantastic job dislodging debris. But when used with a sterilising tablet, the cleaning process becomes antimicrobial and deodorising. Tablets enhance the effectiveness of your dental pod by breaking down organic deposits and biofilm chemically while the pod handles the physical cleaning.

Step-by-Step: How to Use Them Together

1. Rinse your appliance under lukewarm water to remove surface debris.
2. Fill the Neva Dental Pod or Orb Mini with clean water up to the fill line.
3. Add one sterilising tablet and let it fully dissolve (usually within 30 seconds).
4. Insert your dental appliance and ensure it's fully submerged.
5. Run the full ultrasonic cleaning cycle (typically 5–10 minutes).
6. After cleaning, rinse the appliance thoroughly and let it air-dry.

How Often Should You Use Tablets?

We recommend using a tablet every second cleaning cycle. For new or heavily used appliances, you can use one daily for the first week to ensure deep sanitation.

Storage and Safety Tips

• Keep tablets sealed in their moisture-proof foil packaging until use.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Always rinse appliances after cleaning to remove residual solution.
• Do not use more than one tablet per cycle unless directed.

Why Our Sterilising Tablets Stand Out

Neva Dental sterilising tablets are designed specifically for ultrasonic dental pods. They’re individually foil-wrapped to stay potent, dissolve quickly, and are gentle on acrylic, plastic, and metal. The mint scent leaves your appliance clean and fresh without any aftertaste.

Conclusion

When used properly with your dental pod, sterilising tablets ensure your oral appliances stay hygienic, clear, and odour-free. Consistency and correct technique are key to maximising their benefits.

Need help choosing a pod? Start with our Ultrasonic Dental Pod buying guide.