Top Safety Tips For Your Toothbrush
The toothbrush may seem like one of the simplest things that you could own and use every day, but there are ways that it can be misused, too!
Seems strange to say, since brushing your teeth is probably one of the very first things you learned to do on your own. Still, there are some bad habits that adults can get into when it comes to their teeth – and their toothbrush!
Let’s consider some of the most important ways to make sure that your toothbrush is safe.
- Replace Your Bristles On A Regular Basis
If you are using an ordinary manual toothbrush, then this means replacing the entire brush every four to six months. If you are using an automatic toothbrush of any kind, it means replacing the head within about that same period of time. - Don’t Brush Too Hard
Yes, brushing too hard can cause “marginal” bristles to temporarily irritate your gums. This is why it’s important to monitor any gum bleeding closely: While bleeding is an important sign of gum disease, it can also be a temporary accident. - Don’t Brush Too Often
Although you should try to brush at least twice a day and between meals, it is also possible to brush too much. Brushing too soon after a meal can also raise your likelihood of causing some temporary agitation to your gums. Wait at least twenty minutes after you finish a meal. - Keep Your Brush Safe
Brushes that are left on the bathroom counter can be contaminated by a number of germs and other agents in the environment. While you don’t have to completely dry your brush, you can use a case to help reduce the likelihood of transference between the bathroom and toothbrush. - Don’t Share Brushes
While this isn’t about brushing technique per se, it’s still very important. If you share brushes, you could end up transferring infection. People can be contagious even before they know they are sick. Some folks keep a packaged disposable toothbrush for guests.
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