Toothbrushes are not the newest thing on the block! In fact, toothbrushes have been around for thousands of years. Maybe “toothbrush” isn’t the correct word but over the decades, civilizations used different types of tools for means of keeping their teeth clean. Anything from hones, hog hair, horse hair, ivory and wood have been used in ancient civilizations in order to brush their teeth. It’s great that we’ve come such a long way — we don’t have to scrape up wood or find a hog or horse to use its hair. Instead, we can go to pretty much any convenience store to get a toothbrush. Still, there are still precautions you should take in order to take care of your toothbrush properly to ensure proper oral hygiene.
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Keep your toothbrush to yourself
This rule is quite obvious, but should still be mentioned as it is quite important for your proper oral hygiene. Avoid sharing your toothbrush with anyone, no matter if it is your family or your significant other. Sharing a toothbrush can spread unwanted germs. When you brush your teeth, it is also common for your gums to bleed. This means that if you share your toothbrush with someone else, it can lead to a variety of new germs spreading throughout your system.
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Think about where you are storing your toothbrush
This rule is quite obvious, but should still be mentioned as it is quite important for your proper oral hygiene. Avoid sharing your toothbrush with anyone, no matter if it is your family or your significant other. Sharing a toothbrush can spread unwanted germs. When you brush your teeth, it is also common for your gums to bleed. This means that if you share your toothbrush with someone else, it can lead to a variety of new germs spreading throughout your system.
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Replace your toothbrush frequently
Every for months, maximum. When the toothbrush bristles begin to fray, they become less effective in removing tartar and plaque on your teeth. Also, fungus and other bacteria are more harmful after a few months, so your toothbrush will need replacing. There are exceptions to the four month maximum rule. If you get sick, replace your toothbrush right away to avoid spreading germs and re-infecting yourself or infecting other people.
To maintain your teeth healthy visit your trusted Livermore Hills Dentist at least twice a year to get an exam and checkup. Prevent your teeth from being ruined by maintaining your dental hygiene and eating adequate foods to support your dental health.