The main focus for maintaining the toys is that they are cleaned and rinsed to ensure that the dirt, if present, is removed. For defending the infant's safety, silicone toys should be cleaned consistently. All you need to do is rinse the toys under slightly hot water then apply mild soap or a softer sponge. If any marks or unwanted smell remains, add vinegar into the water. However, it's important to always rinse to avoid leftover residue. However, be sure to set a gentle cycle for the dishwasher and place the silicone toys on the upper shelf. In doing so, you'll be keeping the toys free of dirt while also elongating their future use.