Cleaning them is a task that must necessarily be incorporated into the daily routine. I know why.
In addition to brushing your teeth at least twice a day, it is also important Disinfect oral cleaning brushes. Because the bathroom is the most humid place in a house, toothbrush bristles can become a breeding ground for fungi and bacteria that endanger not only oral health but that of the entire body.
The dentist Ellie Phillips talked about this in a TikTok video. The experienced professional has more than forty years of work in the area and is one of the founders of the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health. In the video he pointed out to his followers that this substance generated by humidity grows on the brushes and that removing it avoids possible dental problems in the future. That is why it is important to clean them at least once a week.
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How to disinfect your toothbrush
“Many people are now fully aware of what dangerous which could be mold. You may be working to get rid of mold in your home and in certain areas under and around your bathroom. But one of the places people forget is their toothbrush. Toothbrushes get very dirty, especially when they are near a toilet and in a humid climate where there is humidity: the bathroom. Moisture is the worst for mold growth and, in fact, allows harmful bacteria to multiply inside the bristles“, explains the specialist in the video, which lasts about two minutes.
Mold usually accumulates on the parts deeper brush. To remove it, the effective solution that the doctor gave to get rid of the bacteria is to make sure that the bristles are completely dry after use. “The brush must dry for 24 hours. Place it in a cup to dry near a window where it has enough air and sun to disinfect it.” It also suggests do not leave it in the bathroombut in any other environment where humidity is not so dominant.
The doctor explained that it is advisable to have two brushes in use. One for the night and one in the morning, so you can have 24 hours before using each one again. Furthermore, it is advisable to use bottomless brush holders to prevent fungi from accumulating down there.
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