{"id":148,"date":"2020-05-14T13:24:07","date_gmt":"2020-05-14T13:24:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/?p=148"},"modified":"2020-05-18T13:28:29","modified_gmt":"2020-05-18T13:28:29","slug":"your-toothbrush-needs-cleaning-too-heres-how-its-done","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakridgedentalsanramon.com\/blog\/your-toothbrush-needs-cleaning-too-heres-how-its-done\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Toothbrush Needs Cleaning Too\u2014Here\u2019s How It\u2019s Done!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You\u2019ve heard it your whole life\u2014clean your teeth! The best\nway to keep your smile healthy is by brushing your teeth. But did you know that\nyour brush needs to be cleaned too? Without taking the proper steps, you could\nbe putting your teeth in contact with bacteria that builds up over time. And,\nduring COVID-19, sanitation takes on a whole new meaning. Thankfully, your\ndentist has provided some useful information on how to clean your toothbrush.\nRead on to learn more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How to Care for Your Brush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Proper care for your toothbrush is incredibly important because\nit ensures that you\u2019re cleaning your teeth the most effectively. After you\u2019ve\nrinsed your brush thoroughly in water, stand it on it\u2019s handle and make sure\nit\u2019s in an open area to airdry\u2014away from other toothbrushes. Your brush should\nalso be stored at least 6 feet away from the toilet. While it sounds gross,\nbacteria from that area of your bathroom can travel, so it\u2019s best to keep your\nbrush at a safe distance. Additionally, watch the condition of your brush\nbristles. When they begin to fray, or after 3 to 4 months, your toothbrush\nneeds to be replaced. Lastly, while it may seem obvious, be sure not to share\nyour toothbrush with anyone else because this is an easy way for germs to\nspread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disinfecting Your Bristles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By disinfecting your brush bristles, you\u2019re going the extra\nmile to prevent additional health issues, especially if you\u2019re recovering from\na respiratory illness, or if you want to help prevent them during this time. In\norder to disinfect your toothbrush, you can follow these easy yet effective\nsteps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n