Toothbrush Bristle Stuck In Braces? The 128 Correct Answer

Fun Facts Oral Hygiene Stephen Hill Wednesday, November 22, 2017 2903 hits

There are many dental myths out there – and sometimes it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Many of us have probably heard the popular myth that if you swallow your gum, it stays in your stomach for seven years. Fortunately, this myth is not true. While it’s true that the stomach can’t break down or digest the resinous compound used in chewing gum, that doesn’t mean the chewing gum stays in your stomach. In reality, your swallowed gum is simply sent through your intestines with the rest of the digested food in your stomach, leaving your body at the same time.

While we don’t recommend swallowing a lot of gum at once (this can cause intestinal obstruction in young children), a few pieces should be fine. Just make sure it’s sugar-free gum, as sugar-sweetened gum is more harmful to your teeth than it ever will be to your digestive system.

Read on for more oral health truths!

Can you really get periodontitis from family, partner or pet?

You may have heard that sharing toothbrushes or mugs can transmit periodontitis and that parents should never share these items with their children. You may have even heard that a “kiss” on a pet’s mouth can transmit the bacteria that causes gum disease. But is that true? Yes! It’s true.

You can pass the oral bacteria responsible for gum disease from person to person as well as from animal to person. And it goes both ways – you can also give your pet gum disease if you have the bacteria and they don’t! So the next time your dog moves in for a big drooling hickey, give him a cheek instead. We promise he won’t take it personally. If he manages to surprise you and get saliva near your mouth, brush your teeth as soon as you can, and maybe give Fido a tooth chew or a quick brush to be safe.

Do toothbrush caps protect your brush from airborne bacteria?

While it’s true that toothbrush cases can protect your toothbrush from dust and particles floating in the air in your bathroom, and also keep it free of dirt and debris when you travel, that doesn’t mean toothbrush cases are a good idea for regular users use. In fact, they might make your brush dirtier than leaving it exposed to the air! Why? Because this toothbrush case traps bacteria and promotes a fertile ground for the growth of new forms of bacteria.

A better idea is to buy a packet of antimicrobial cloth toothbrush protectors and put a new one on every time you brush.

Can toothbrush bristles cause appendicitis?

You may have heard that swallowing your toothbrush bristles can trigger appendicitis. It seems pretty far fetched, but believe it or not, it’s true! Although rare, you can rupture your appendix if you swallow toothbrush bristles, small fish bones, and even pins (ouch!). A good way to prevent this is to make sure you change your toothbrush or brush head every three months or sooner if the bristles are loose or bent.

Toothpicks are the most commonly swallowed object in America.

Unfortunately this is true. In fact, about 9,000 people choke on wooden toothpicks every year. Is there a piece of food stuck in your teeth? Save the toothpicks to ensure your cake is fully baked and instead reach for dental floss to clean between your teeth. After all, there’s a good reason you don’t hear about people choking on dental floss.

Tooth decay is the second most common disease in the world.

Unfortunately that is also true. The only disease that is more common than tooth decay is the common cold. There are over 200 types of cold, with the most common culprit being the rhinovirus, which accounts for more than half of all colds. In America, according to the Centers for Disease Control estimates, we suffer from 2 billion colds a year!

So how common is tooth decay by proxy? It’s so common that a staggering 92 percent of adults have decay in at least one tooth. It’s also the most common chronic disease in children – more common than the common cold and five times more common than asthma.

Do you have further questions about your oral health or would you like to make your next appointment? Call the office of Dr. Hill at 469-640-9550.

After repeated use, even ultra-soft bristles fray and become hard. Sometimes even a brand new toothbrush can sting your gums here and there as the bristles may have been sharpened during factory production. You should look after your brush like you would any other accessory. Just a clean brush can promote good oral hygiene as stiff/unclean brushes can harbor bacteria and worsen oral problems. Learning how to soften and clean your toothbrush and when to replace it can help you take better care of your teeth.

Learn how to get the most out of your bamboo toothbrush. You can also learn more about why the future now belongs to eco-friendly toothbrushes and why wooden toothbrushes are beating plastic alternatives!

How to care for your bamboo toothbrush Bamboo is a natural material that is best stored in a dry place. Closed toothbrush cups that collect water are not ideal. It is best to store your toothbrush in a toothbrush holder outside or in another dry place. Before first use As with any toothbrush, please rinse the toothbrush handle and bristles thoroughly with water before first use. This is especially important with bamboo toothbrushes compared to plastic toothbrushes. After manufacturing, some bamboo dust may remain on the toothbrush head and handle. This is harmless but needs to be washed off. You can wash and care for our soft plant-based bristles like a traditional toothbrush.

Your Bamboo Handle Bamboo is a natural wood material that fades over time. The bamboo on the top part of your toothbrush that goes into your mouth may appear lighter and faded with use. That is normal! It will not affect your cleaning experience. How long do bamboo toothbrushes last? Your bamboo toothbrushes will last 3 to 4 months. With proper care, our ecological bamboo toothbrush will last just as long as a conventional plastic toothbrush. The American Dental Association recommends replacing your toothbrush every 3 months or when the bristles become frayed.

How do I clean my bamboo toothbrush? The two most important things you need to do to clean your bamboo toothbrush: wash thoroughly, dry thoroughly, store in a clean container or holder and you will have a higher success rate of keeping your toothbrush in the best possible condition for longer.

How to dispose of your bamboo toothbrush

You can dispose of your bamboo toothbrush by composting the bamboo handle and recycling the bristles. Read more about how to properly dispose of your bamboo toothbrush below. To learn how you can help your community go Zero Waste, here are some advanced tips!

How to Compost a Bamboo Toothbrush Every toothbrush consists of three parts: a handle, bristles, and metal clips that attach the bristles to the handle. Metal clasps are present throughout toothbrush manufacture and also in all plastic toothbrushes. The metal clasps used in Brush with Bamboo toothbrushes are made of aluminum – Aluminum clasps are the most common type of clasps found in any type of toothbrush worldwide. The bamboo handle of the Brush with Bamboo toothbrush is compostable and biodegradable. The USDA certified 100% bio-based bristles are bio-based but not biodegradable. Although these bristles eventually return to the soil, you can recycle them at your local recycling facility or at Terracyle®. If you want to remove the aluminum clips from your toothbrush, you can remove the bristles from the toothbrush head – this will also remove the metal clips that hold the bristles in place. Like any metal, aluminum is degraded by chemical reactions in the environment. Aluminum is also highly recyclable. 75% of all aluminum ever produced is still in use today. Reuse or compost the handle The bare toothbrush handle can be disposed of in a standard compost bin and will be safely returned to the soil within 6 months. Or you can compost it in your own home. However, the handle is a perfect piece of high quality bamboo – feel free to reuse it! You can find more creative recycling tips for your bamboo toothbrush here!

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Other electric toothbrushes we tested

Narrowing down our choices is by no means easy. We tested many different toothbrushes to come to our conclusions.

Below are more insights into other options.

The Sonicare 4100 series could so easily become our top pick.

It’s the Sonicare equivalent of the Smart 1500. It’s a well-made toothbrush with the essential features you need and the battery life is great.

The downside is that lifetime ownership is more expensive. This is due to the smart brush heads it uses.

Given the price and the fact that it doesn’t clean teeth better, it’s hard to justify it as a better choice than the Oral-B.

The 4100 series is a strong contender for best overall brush, but it’s more expensive than the Smart 1500

Quip is arguably a really great option for brace wearers as it comes with a case as part of the package. The brush is beautiful and stylish, slim and light. But it doesn’t have a pressure sensor and the cleaning effect feels a bit weak.

We rate Burst Oral Care as the best toothbrush subscription in the US. You can buy it directly or subscribe. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have a pressure sensor either. It also doesn’t come with a case. However, Burst offers this as an affordable accessory. It’s actually really good value for money. The carbon bristles are a bit unnecessary, but the brush itself has proven to be good. Find out more in our Burst toothbrush test.

Battery-powered toothbrushes like Sonicare’s Gleem and Philips One are nice, compact options that come with a travel case. But they lack the pressure sensor and the cleaning power is again a bit weak compared to traditional electric toothbrushes.

We don’t typically recommend smart toothbrushes, but while there’s no pressure sensor, the Colgate’s hum deserves some credit.

The cleaning power is a little weak, but the smartphone application and real-time tracking are fantastic.

It’s not quite as refined as the 9900 Prestige, but for the money it really delivers. It’s a quarter of the price of the Sonicare. You can even make money by cleaning regularly, which is what you should be doing anyway!

Colgate’s hum deserves praise

The Colgate Hum essentially replaces the Colgate Connect E1. This was done in collaboration with Kolibree. It was the first toothbrush to be stocked in Apple stores. But much of what we know and love about Colgate has been lost, and the software experience is substandard. It’s just not a great brush for everyday use. A little more work on the software would have resulted in significant improvements.

Many brushes are smart now, whether you like it or not.

Another example is Sonicare’s ExpertClean. It doesn’t have the position-sensing and tracking capabilities of the 9900 Prestige or DiamondClean Smart. When the app is used in real time, you only get a timer on the screen. The data will be synchronized after brushing. It is displayed on the screen in the form of colored charts. This data shows performance for the last 7 days only. It doesn’t allow for cleaning and learning history as you might expect.

The Oral-B iO is the counterpart to Sonicare’s Prestige 9900. It is one of the best smart toothbrushes on the market.

We really like the pressure sensor, which lights up green when the pressure is correct. The color screen looks cool and the smiley reactions are decent. But it doesn’t really do as much as you would think.

Like many smart toothbrushes, it’s a bit overkill. It has more functions than you need to be able to clean your teeth well.

If you want something that looks, feels, and performs like a premium brush, check out the Oclean X Pro Elite, which doesn’t come with such a hefty price tag for its features.

This brush cleans teeth well. It features a color touchscreen display integrated into the handle. It’s pretty cool to look at.

Unlike the iO, it gives feedback on your brushing. It actually has a picture of your teeth on the screen with a score. It evaluates your brushing.

In the box you get a magnetic wall mount which is neat. It is available in a few colors and is affordable. It is by far the quietest electric toothbrush we have ever tested.

The Oclean X Pro Elite is the quietest electric toothbrush we’ve tested

Neither Oral-B nor Sonicare have developed an electric toothbrush specifically for braces. This is because all of their brush heads are compatible with braces. The only real exception is Oral-B FlossAction’s head.

Oral-B has a special orthopedic brush head designed for braces. But it’s not essential, nor does it come standard with Oral-B brushes.

Both Oral-B and Sonicare offer some great budget toothbrushes, like the Vitality, Pro 500, DailyClean, and Essence. Each has its pros and cons and is more than satisfactory. But they all miss the pressure sensor that our dentists think is so important.

If you are happy to forgo this feature, you will surely open up more choices.

You can consider brands like AquaSonic. Their range has expanded over the years to include the Black Series and now the Vibe. They pack a punch for the price. Supplied with multiple brush heads in the box as well as a travel case. They have also been approved by the American Dental Association.

Regardless of the model, to achieve good oral health, you need to use the brush properly. Technique and brushing time are key to good oral health.

Mouthpiece-type toothbrushes like AutoBrush try to help with this. They have a brush head that positions the bristles at the perfect 45 degree angle. But it tries to clean all tooth surfaces at the same time. Conceptually it’s a great idea. In practice, however, it really doesn’t work that well. It does not reach all tooth and gum surfaces and leaves a lot of plaque. We do not recommend them.

As a wearer of braces, you want to avoid them! Don’t be fooled by the marketing message to brush your teeth faster. They are not yet good enough to replace a regular toothbrush.

Make a habit of brushing regularly and properly with the right toothbrush to prevent gum disease and tooth decay under your orthodontic appliances. However, with the variety of products on the market today, choosing the right brush can be overwhelming.

Patients must choose what type of toothbrush to use based on their needs; This makes the choice of toothbrush subjective. This article will help you choose the best toothbrush for braces based on your unique needs and budget.

Suspenders have hiding spots

Cleaning braces can be tricky, but there are several ways to ensure every nook and cranny stays clean. Your toothbrush should have bristles that are firm enough to get between the brackets, but soft so as not to scratch your gums or wear away the enamel.

However, bristles that are too soft do not work well with braces as they cannot easily penetrate them. We recommend investing in an extra special brush for braces; this may cost more upfront, but you know it will do its job better.

Manual vs electric

But when it comes to brushing, what tool do you use? Is it a manual or an electric toothbrush? Do you know which one is best for you? The answer might surprise you.

The electric toothbrush removes plaque from your teeth better and faster. Also, newer electric toothbrushes have a built-in timer that lets you know when you’re done. On the other hand, the manual toothbrush is inexpensive and, with the right technique, can achieve the same results as the electric toothbrush.

So, as you can see, the best toothbrush is the one you use regularly, at least twice a day, with the right technique. It doesn’t matter if you spend $200 on an electric toothbrush if it never sees the light of day. It is more important for you to brush regularly and always use a toothbrush with soft or extra soft bristles. Avoid using toothbrushes with medium or hard bristles as they have been shown to damage your gums and enamel layer.

A short list of the best toothbrushes for braces

Here is a short list of what we consider to be the best toothbrushes available on the market today. While these may not all be right for you, they have been chosen with care and consideration and should provide a solid starting point when searching for your perfect fit.

The Oral-B Pro 1000 rechargeable toothbrush is your ticket to a world of dental nirvana! This powerful little brush features ultrasonic technology that breaks down and removes plaque and bacteria like nothing else. At the same time, the 2-minute timer ensures you brush long enough to get the job done. It’s also great for people with braces. The small, rounded head gets into every nook and cranny for thorough cleaning.

In addition, the handle is shaped in such a way that it offers a stable grip even with wet hands. This toothbrush also has a cleaning mode and a pressure sensor that is gentle on the gums. While not specifically designed for orthodontics, users with braces give it high marks for its deep cleaning power.

This cleverly designed toothbrush combines accessibility with an ergonomic design. It’s perfect for hard-to-reach mouths, such as B. molars. Made with soft bristles that provide a gentle brushing experience and large spaces between teeth to remove plaque, your mouth will feel refreshed after just one use.

This is one of the perfect brushes for all-round good oral care. The design is suitable for people with dental work to ensure the best possible experience. The gentle bristles will bring out your pearly whites and those hard-to-reach molars while removing plaque from every nook and cranny!

When looking for an excellent toothbrush that works well with (and without) braces; This brand took matters into their own hands and created their brush. This unique design is recommended by many orthodontists because it’s gentle, doesn’t pull on wires or brackets, efficiently and effectively cleans hard-to-reach areas between teeth, and promotes dental health.

If you need extra cleaning power but would rather use something softer than other options on our list, this may be just what you’re looking for.

Which toothbrush to use with braces?

Patients often wonder whether they should buy a soft or hard bristle toothbrush. The truth is that there isn’t much of a difference between a soft and hard bristle toothbrush, and both work well with braces.

We recommend two different types of toothbrushes – one for everyday use and one specifically for cleaning your braces – so you can make sure your device stays clean and bacteria-free.

This means that every time you brush, brush in small circles around each bracket. Remember that if you wear braces, it’s important to brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent tooth decay.

Can brace wearers use normal toothbrushes?

The short answer is no. Some parents still opt for regular toothbrushes, but that just asks for more trouble. The bristles are tougher on your teeth and enamel, which can cause sensitivity or chipping. Harder bristles also make it harder to remove plaque from around the brackets, meaning you’re more likely to develop issues like gum disease.

Is a Quip Toothbrush Good for Braces?

If you wear braces, don’t joke. We’re sorry. Quip is great, but its brush head isn’t nearly wide enough to comfortably or effectively brush around your braces. If you already own a joke (and are determined to keep it), we recommend purchasing an Oral-B replacement toothbrush head. It fits on your quip handle, making your brushing experience more comfortable and practical.

How can I prevent my teeth from turning yellow with braces?

Braces don’t have to look bad. When you think of braces, you might think of yellowed teeth, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are a few simple things you can do to maintain your natural tooth color while wearing braces. Here are some tips on how to prevent your teeth from turning yellow with braces.

Biting an apple or munching on carrots: You might not want to wear brightly colored braces, but biting on an apple or munching on carrots often enough should keep your smile healthy.

Chewing gum with xylitol: It is recommended to chew gum with xylitol instead of sugar-based gum. This gum does not attack the enamel and leaves a fresh feeling in the mouth.

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Which toothbrush is the best: toothbrush with soft or hard bristles?

Dentists recommend soft-bristled toothbrushes because too much pressure or over-zealous brushing can adversely affect tooth enamel and gums. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends toothbrushes with soft bristles and angled or layered bristles to provide excellent cleaning without damaging your teeth. If you feel that your toothbrush bristles are too soft, you can try the following options:

Angled bristles to get into nooks and crannies

Electric toothbrush for extra power

Layered bristles

Powered toothbrushes tend to come with soft-bristle heads, as the rotation and vibration tend to already put extra pressure on your teeth without the need for firm bristles.

OK, fluoride works well when it comes to strengthening existing tooth enamel. But what do you do when your eaters are suffering from the slingshots and arrows of outrageous caves? Well, your dentist can add a plastic sealant that bonds to your enamel and provides an extra layer of protection. (It’s not ideal or permanent, but it’s the best solution available right now.) Last year, scientists at Kinki University in Japan converted hydroxyapatite (the biomaterial that makes up tooth enamel) into a thin film that acts as enamel around the tooth can be wrapped replacement. It’s a promising start, although many dentists aren’t convinced it’s the right way to go. “Hydroxyapatite is a complex crystal, you can’t just stuff it on the outside of the tooth and leave it there,” says Wolff. “[Perhaps] in the future we can use nanotechnology to find a way to grow crystals on the outside of the tooth that are part of or attached to the actual tooth, but right now we don’t have anything like that.”

For now, it’s best to focus on preserving the enamel you have. Brushing and flossing are important, but so is diet: Fizzy sodas and candy are obvious causes of tooth enamel erosion, but there are plenty of other obvious culprits to watch out for (like fruit juices — especially lemon juice). It turns out that adding that healthy “squeak of lemon” to your cup of tea or hot water increases your risk of tooth enamel erosion since lemon juice (like OJ) is extremely acidic. “If it tastes tart, it’s an acid – and that’s a problem,” says Wolff. “We’re also seeing more abrasion … If you brush your teeth after drinking orange juice, you’re softening your tooth with the acid and then adding a layer of abrasion over it … You’re grinding and eroding at the same time.”

The repair? Drink acidic beverages with a straw, which pushes the liquid into the back of your mouth and away from your teeth. And make sure to rinse your mouth with clean water after consuming to neutralize mouth acid. For added protection, chew sugar-free gum; It promotes saliva production, which contains minerals that strengthen teeth. (Bonus if your gum contains xylitol, which counteracts the acidity in foods and beverages.)

Do you think that whitening your bright smile will also keep your enamel in tip-top shape? Think again: most over-the-counter tooth whiteners are also highly acidic, which means they can wear down your enamel quickly. Use them in moderation, Wolff warns — and remember: nothing beats a good old-fashioned visit to the dentist.

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Brushing your teeth is crucial to good dental health. It is important to use the right type of toothbrush to be effective and to help gums. Toothbrush choices fall into three main categories: soft, medium, or hard. Toothbrush bristles have different strengths and benefits:

Soft

Toothbrushes with soft bristles are most often recommended by dentists because they are gentle on teeth and gums while being able to remove bacteria and plaque. This is a brush useful for both children and adults, able to brush close to the gums without irritation. Some toothbrushes with coarser bristles can irritate gums.

Middle

Some people feel more comfortable using a medium-bristle toothbrush to clean their teeth. Medium bristles can clean more effectively than softer ones, which can push out or bend. This type of bristles can be aggressive to gums if too much pressure is applied while brushing.

Difficult

Hard toothbrushes are not recommended for everyday use on natural teeth as they can be too hard on gums and enamel. An occasional use to remove stains does no harm. This type of toothbrush can be beneficial for cleaning dentures or partial teeth that are soiled by food and/or beverages.

Brushing and flossing twice a day is essential for good mouth, gum and dental health. The other important part of oral care is regular dental visits. Remove built-up plaque, which can lead to tooth decay, with a thorough cleaning that a toothbrush alone cannot do. Lambton Family Dental offers dental care from baby’s first tooth – with expert techniques. Call us today at (519) 344-5747 to schedule an appointment and start improving your dental health.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Before you dive into your next freshly grilled cheeseburger, it might be worth taking a look at the type of brush used to clean the grill. Wire grill brush bristles can be accidentally swallowed and cause internal injury, a perforated gastrointestinal tract, or death.

According to Consumer Reports, an estimated 1,700 Americans consumed wire bristles in grilled food between 2002 and 2014 and went to the emergency room.

Do you know what’s lurking on your toothbrush?

Your toothbrush is full of germs, say researchers at England’s University of Manchester. They found that an uncovered toothbrush can harbor more than 100 million bacteria, including E. coli bacteria, which can cause diarrhea, and staph (“staph”) bacteria, which cause skin infections.

But don’t panic. Your mouth wasn’t exactly sterile at first.

Mouthful of bacteria

“The bottom line is there are hundreds of microorganisms in our mouths every day,” says Gayle McCombs, RDH, MS, associate professor and director of the Dental Hygiene Research Center at Old Dominion University.

It’s no big deal. Problems only start when there is an unhealthy bacterial balance in the mouth. says McCombs.

“It’s important to remember that plaque — the stuff you remove from your teeth — is bacteria,” says dentist Kimberly Harms, DDS, consumer advisor for the American Dental Association. “So you’re bringing bacteria onto your toothbrush every time you brush your teeth.”

Could Your Toothbrush Make You Sick?

Probably not. Regardless of how much bacteria lives in your mouth or has entered your mouth via your toothbrush, your body’s natural defenses make it highly unlikely that you will catch an infection just by brushing your teeth.

“Fortunately, the human body is usually able to defend itself against bacteria,” says Harms. “So we are not aware of any real evidence that placing the toothbrush in your bathroom in the toothbrush holder causes any real harm or damage. We don’t know that the bacteria lead to infections there.”

Still, you should use some common sense when storing your toothbrush, including proximity to the toilet.

Do not brush where you are rinsing

Most bathrooms are small. And in many homes, the toilet is fairly close to the sink where you keep your toothbrush.

Bacteria are sprayed into the air every time the toilet is flushed. And you don’t want that toilet spray anywhere near your open toothbrush.

“You don’t store your plates and glasses by the toilet, so why put your toothbrush there?” says McCombs. “It’s just common sense to keep the toothbrush as far away from the toilet as possible.”

You also wouldn’t eat after going to the bathroom without washing your hands first. The same advice applies before brushing your teeth, McCombs says.

Toothbrush storage tips

After removing your toothbrush from the toilet, here are a few more storage tips to keep your brush as germ-free as possible:

Keep it flushed. Thoroughly wash your toothbrush with tap water after each use.

Thoroughly wash your toothbrush with tap water after each use. keep it dry “Bacteria love a humid environment,” says Harms. Make sure your brush is allowed to dry thoroughly between brushes. Avoid using toothbrush covers that can create a moist breeding ground for bacteria.

“Bacteria love a humid environment,” says Harms. Make sure your brush is allowed to dry thoroughly between brushes. Avoid using toothbrush covers that can create a moist breeding ground for bacteria. keep it up Store your toothbrush upright in a holder instead of laying it down.

Store your toothbrush upright in a holder instead of laying it down. Keep it to yourself. No matter how close you are to your sister, brother, spouse or roommate, never use their toothbrush. Don’t even keep your toothbrush side by side in the same cup with other people’s brushes. Whenever toothbrushes touch, they can exchange germs.

Does Toothbrush Sanitizer Really Work?

Various products promise to disinfect your toothbrush. Some say they kill bacteria with heat or ultraviolet light, germicidal sprays, or douches. Others have built-in antibacterial bristles.

There is evidence that at least some of these products are effective at killing germs. But there’s no real evidence that using toothbrush sanitizer reduces your risk of getting sick.

If you choose one of these products, make sure it has been reviewed by the FDA, which checks the validity of consumer health product marketing claims.

Remember that even the best products won’t kill all germs on your toothbrush. At best, they kill 99.9% of germs.

That means if you start out with a million bacteria on your toothbrush, you’ll have about 1,000 left after sanitizing is complete, says Harms.

Some websites recommend putting your toothbrush in the microwave or dishwasher to sanitize. Although these methods will kill some of the bacteria, they will likely damage your toothbrush in the process. It’s better to just buy disposable brushes and throw them away.

When to throw away your toothbrush

The best way to limit the bacteria on your toothbrush is to replace it regularly.

The American Dental Association recommends throwing away your toothbrush every three to four months. If the bristles are fraying, you’re sick, or you have a weak immune system, throw it out more often. If you use an electric toothbrush, throw away the head as often as you would throw away a disposable toothbrush.

Any time you’re tempted to skip brushing and flossing, think about how many bacteria are lurking in your mouth — and what they can do.

“It’s bacteria that causes gum disease, tooth decay and bad breath,” says Harms. “Make sure you brush and floss as often as possible to help eliminate some of these bacteria.” Rinse your mouth with an antibacterial mouthwash before brushing to remove bacteria before they can get onto your brush.

Article by Stephanie Watson

Source: KTVQ.com

Do you think a lot about your toothbrush? You probably think that brushing your teeth every day does a good job, but that can’t be true. An old brush cannot work as efficiently as a new toothbrush. Continued use of a worn toothbrush can lead to dental problems later. But how do you know when it’s time to replace your brush?

Frayed bristles

This is a telltale sign that it’s time to replace your brush. Toothbrushes and brush heads get frayed bristles due to overuse. If you see this happening to your brush, it means it’s no longer cleaning your teeth effectively and you need a new one.

Your teeth will feel fluffy even after brushing your teeth

This is a sign that the daily buildup of bacteria and plaque remains on your teeth even after cleaning. Your teeth should feel sparkling clean after two minutes of brushing. If not, time for a new brush.

You have recently been ill

If you’ve been sick recently, we recommend throwing away your brush as it contains all those germs. Although there’s little chance of getting infected again, it’s best to get a new toothbrush just to be safe.

A bad smell

We recommend not putting anything in your mouth that smells bad, including a foul-smelling toothbrush! A smelly toothbrush can indicate mold or bacterial growth.

You can’t remember the last time you replaced it

We recommend replacing your toothbrush every 2-3 months or when you notice wear and tear. But if you can’t remember the last time you bought a brush or replaced your brush head, it’s time to replace it!