Fixing minor scratches in ipad screen

I have had an ipad for a couple of years now (original model, 32gb, wifi), and noticed in that last 6 months two small parallel scratches (i think) in the screen. They are both perfectly linear and horizontal, and only 5mm long. One is approx one inch above the other. I noticed them because on a white background they look like rainbows (best description i can give), and when i tilt the screen the colours on the lines move.
Is there any way to fix this? I am really careful with my ipad, and keep it in the apple case. I have no idea how they could have come about, they pretty much just seemed to appear one day (one about 2 months after the other).
Can anyone suggest anything. I have googled a bit, and could only come up with something called 'idrops' which you rub on the screen, but am worried about further damage being caused.
Thanks,
Nick

I doubt you can repair scratches in the screen very easily without damaging the screens coating. I use a good approved cleaner to thoroughly clean the screen. My favorite is iKlean but there are others. If the scratch is too noticeable for you then you might consider eventually purchasing a new iPad.
Bits of abrasive dirt could get caught between the cover and the screen when you close the cover. When carrying your iPad these bits might have worked back and forth to cause the scratch. I good rule of thumb is to check the screen for detritus like that before closing the cover.

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What did you use and how did you use it? Sounds like you do auto body work. Can you give the details and instructions on how to accomplish this.
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I then polished and buffed with Zaino Z-2. This was done three times front and back.
For the final coat I lightly applied Zaino CS which is a hard glaze and allowed it to dry for an hour before using the phone.
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