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The Teeth Pod
A study comparing the Teeth Pod to other cleaning methods (including brushing, rinsing, and soaking in a tablet solution) found that cleaning clear aligners with a Teeth Pod removed significantly more fungus than all other cleaning methods tested. Read a blog about the conclusions and access the full study here.
Brushing is too abrasive and creates micro scratches on the surface of your oral appliance, in which stains and bacteria thrive. These scratches then make it difficult to reach hidden bacteria, and can also make your clear oral appliance look cloudy and dull over time.
Only using a cleaning tablet is like cleaning your teeth with toothpaste but no toothbrush. Tablets will kill some of the bacteria on your appliance, but the chemicals cannot penetrate any deeper than the very surface level.
Brushing is too abrasive and creates micro scratches on the surface of your oral appliance, in which stains and bacteria thrive. These scratches then make it difficult to reach hidden bacteria, and can also make your clear oral appliance look cloudy and dull over time.
Only using a cleaning tablet is like cleaning your teeth with toothpaste but no toothbrush. Tablets will kill some of the bacteria on your appliance, but the chemicals cannot penetrate any deeper than the very surface level.
No, the ultrasonic cleaning method is completely non-abrasive. It creates millions of microscopic bubbles which gently but thoroughly clean the entire surface of the appliance causing no damage. The Teeth Pod is designed to safely clean all kinds of materials ranging from metal to aligner plastic.
Yes, the Teeth Pod is FSA/HSA eligible. We have confirmed this directly with a range of providers. You can read more on this topic in our blog post here.
The Teeth Pod can safely clean a wide range of dental appliances. We successfully tested the device on a range of clear aligner (including Invisalign), retainer (clear and Hawley), guard and denture materials.
Click here to read why award winning orthodontist Dr. Emma Laing recommends the Teeth Pod to all her clear aligner patients.
Dr Chloe Harrington Taylor suggests that the Teeth Pod is the best solution for cleaning retainers.
The Teeth Pod was tested on 14 different types of guards, from sleep, bite, grind and sports. Click here to read why award winning dentist Dr. Shiva Soleimani recommends the Teeth Pod to her dental guard patients.
The Teeth Pod is also suitable for cleaning all types of dentures. All industry available types have been tested in the Teeth Pod, and clean effectively and safely, as recommended by dentist Dr Charlie Cage.
Click here to read why award winning orthodontist Dr. Emma Laing recommends the Teeth Pod to all her clear aligner patients.
Dr Chloe Harrington Taylor suggests that the Teeth Pod is the best solution for cleaning retainers.
The Teeth Pod was tested on 14 different types of guards, from sleep, bite, grind and sports. Click here to read why award winning dentist Dr. Shiva Soleimani recommends the Teeth Pod to her dental guard patients.
The Teeth Pod is also suitable for cleaning all types of dentures. All industry available types have been tested in the Teeth Pod, and clean effectively and safely, as recommended by dentist Dr Charlie Cage.
Yes, the Teeth Pod is designed to effectively clean a pair of appliances at the same time. We do not recommend cleaning appliances from multiple patients at the same time as this can increase the risk of infection.
In certain situations, UV light can effectively sanitize objects, but didn't make sense to integrate into the Teeth Pod. The cleaning agents in our Ultrasonic Boosting Tablets are significantly more effective than UV for oral appliances. UV also requires specific design considerations in order to be effective, which would weaken the more important ultrasonic effect.
Yes, the cleaning cycle will automatically stop after 5 minutes. One click is all that is needed for a short, thorough and worry-free deep clean of your oral appliance.
Always use cold tap water in your Teeth Pod. Using hot water when you start a cleaning cycle means there is a risk that the water temperature can rise above the recommended safe level for some oral appliance manufacturers. Please note that the Teeth Pod has an active heat regulation system to mitigate this risk.
Yes, you can run up to two consecutive cycles, ensuring that you have used cold water. If you’d like to run additional cycles, you must replace the water and wait at least 5 minutes to ensure the longevity of your appliance and your Teeth Pod.
Yes, daily cleaning of your oral appliance with the Teeth Pod is recommended to ensure oral hygiene. Its ultrasonic method is safe for all appliance types and can be used regularly without causing any damage.
Not at all, the Teeth Pod's electricity usage is equivalent to a table light and it only needs 5 minutes to operate per day.
This is not what the Teeth Pod was designed, engineered and tested to clean. However, many customers have let us know that they have had success cleaning jewelry. The underlying cleaning method of ultrasonic cavitation is something that has been used to clean jewelry by professionals for decades.
We successfully tested cleaning precious metals in the Teeth Pod to ensure customers with grills could clean their appliances safely and effectively.
We successfully tested cleaning precious metals in the Teeth Pod to ensure customers with grills could clean their appliances safely and effectively.
Clean your Teeth Pod's stainless steel tank with a Zima Protective Cleaning Wipe. Use one wipe to remove debris and loose plaque build up after a cleaning cycle finishes. Make sure to spread the wipe's antimicrobial protective film across the whole surface area to protect against airborne bacteria between cycles.
The Teeth Pod can act as a great storage solution for your appliance, but we recommend pouring away the solution before doing this to keep your appliance hygienic.
Yes, you can share your Teeth Pod. However, please note that this can increase the risk of infection. To reduce this risk, change the water and clean the Teeth Pod between uses. We also strongly recommend using a Zima Tablet to prevent the transfer of bacteria and other pathogens between users.
Zima Go
The Zima Go uses a dual-action system, combining both UVC and UVA light. This guarantees an exceptionally thorough and effective sanitization process.
UVC light, with its shorter, more energetic wavelength, is renowned for its germicidal properties. It works by penetrating the cell walls of bacteria and viruses, destroying their genetic material and effectively neutralizing them.
The UVA light has a longer wavelength, which not only ensures any potential surviving microorganisms are effectively dealt with but also assists in removing stains and odors. This helps maintain not just the hygiene, but also the aesthetic of your oral appliances.
Through extensive testing and development, we've ensured that this dual-action system works optimally within a short duration, providing you with a thoroughly sanitized dental appliance quickly and conveniently. We've optimized the intensity and exposure time to each type of UV light, ensuring maximum efficacy without causing any damage to your appliances.
UVC light, with its shorter, more energetic wavelength, is renowned for its germicidal properties. It works by penetrating the cell walls of bacteria and viruses, destroying their genetic material and effectively neutralizing them.
The UVA light has a longer wavelength, which not only ensures any potential surviving microorganisms are effectively dealt with but also assists in removing stains and odors. This helps maintain not just the hygiene, but also the aesthetic of your oral appliances.
Through extensive testing and development, we've ensured that this dual-action system works optimally within a short duration, providing you with a thoroughly sanitized dental appliance quickly and conveniently. We've optimized the intensity and exposure time to each type of UV light, ensuring maximum efficacy without causing any damage to your appliances.
Zima Go's sliding lid is easy to use and very secure. With a gentle push, you can slide the lid open to put your dental appliance inside. Once you're done, just slide it back. A built-in magnet makes sure the lid snaps shut and stays that way, keeping the UV lights sealed inside for safe and effective cleaning.
Plus, this smart design lets you open and close the lid with just one hand. It's simple, safe, and straightforward - that's Zima Go.
Plus, this smart design lets you open and close the lid with just one hand. It's simple, safe, and straightforward - that's Zima Go.
Absolutely! Fitted with a lithium battery, the Zima Go is safe to take through TSA in your cabin luggage.
The case's durable metal exterior and secure magnetic lid make it perfect for keeping your retainers safe from breakage and loss while you travel. The sturdy finish resists scratches and damage, while the compact design fits easily into any luggage.
With Zima Go, you can ensure your dental appliances stay sanitized, no matter where your journey takes you.
The case's durable metal exterior and secure magnetic lid make it perfect for keeping your retainers safe from breakage and loss while you travel. The sturdy finish resists scratches and damage, while the compact design fits easily into any luggage.
With Zima Go, you can ensure your dental appliances stay sanitized, no matter where your journey takes you.
Zima Go's increased size and unique crescent interior shape make it an ideal fit for a range of oral appliances, and even toothbrush heads.
The case is 19mm deep, which is typically enough space to stack a set of clear retainers/aligners, or one large mouth guard. We recommend checking that your appliances are under 85mm wide, 64mm long, and 19mm tall.
However, to ensure effective cleaning, we advise not overcrowding the case and arranging items in a way that helps the UV light to reach all surfaces.
The case is 19mm deep, which is typically enough space to stack a set of clear retainers/aligners, or one large mouth guard. We recommend checking that your appliances are under 85mm wide, 64mm long, and 19mm tall.
However, to ensure effective cleaning, we advise not overcrowding the case and arranging items in a way that helps the UV light to reach all surfaces.
The case of the Zima Go is constructed from a robust aluminum alloy (Al-Alloy). This material was chosen due to its exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion, ensuring the device can withstand daily use and travel without compromising its performance or aesthetics.
Inside, the case is made from a combination of ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) and PC (Polycarbonate), both of which are resilient, long-lasting, and safe materials for use in UV devices. They also have a reflective quality which helps to spread the UV light.
Inside, the case is made from a combination of ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) and PC (Polycarbonate), both of which are resilient, long-lasting, and safe materials for use in UV devices. They also have a reflective quality which helps to spread the UV light.
Zima Go is powered by an efficient, built-in 300mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery. With an incredibly efficient power draw of just 0.2W, this battery allows you to use the UV sanitizer for months between charges.
Charging is easy and convenient, made possible via the modern USB Type-C port. Simply connect the device to a power source using the provided USB-C cable. The device's indicator light lets you know when it's charging and when the battery is fully charged.
Charging is easy and convenient, made possible via the modern USB Type-C port. Simply connect the device to a power source using the provided USB-C cable. The device's indicator light lets you know when it's charging and when the battery is fully charged.
For a comprehensive 360-degree hygiene approach, we recommend using both the Teeth Pod and the Zima Go.
The Teeth Pod provides a thorough ultrasonic clean, dislodging particles and removing stains from your oral appliances. But remember, bacteria can recolonize quickly once the appliance is exposed to the environment.
That's where the Zima Go comes into play. It not only cleans, but also acts as a protective storage case when your appliance is not being cleaned or worn. By housing your dental appliances in the Zima Go, you're keeping them in a consistently hygienic environment. This reduces the potential for bacterial and viral contamination between cleanings and wears, providing continuous protection for your oral health.
The Teeth Pod provides a thorough ultrasonic clean, dislodging particles and removing stains from your oral appliances. But remember, bacteria can recolonize quickly once the appliance is exposed to the environment.
That's where the Zima Go comes into play. It not only cleans, but also acts as a protective storage case when your appliance is not being cleaned or worn. By housing your dental appliances in the Zima Go, you're keeping them in a consistently hygienic environment. This reduces the potential for bacterial and viral contamination between cleanings and wears, providing continuous protection for your oral health.
No, the Zima Go should not be filled with water at any time, as this can cause it to break. Small amounts of moisture that may be on your appliance when you place it in the Zima Go should not cause any damage to your device.
Ultrasonic Boosting Tablets
Our tablets contain carefully selected ingredients to maximize cleaning and ensure safety for you, your appliance, and your Zima Teeth Pod...
Once dissolved in water, our tablets release antimicrobial agents that work to eliminate bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
The tablets also contain a naturally-derived surfactant (from coconut)...
The tablets also contain a naturally-derived surfactant (from coconut)...
Our tablets are specifically engineered to enhance the cavitational cleaning effect of your Teeth Pod...
No, some other brands have been found to damage and sometimes break the Teeth Pod...
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