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Saturday, 5 January 2013
Brushing teeth is very important to get the condition of your teeth and mouth healthy. But you also need to pay attention to hygiene toothbrush because the toothbrush turned out to save a lot of germs that are harmful to the health of your teeth and mouth.The following 5 ways to keep your toothbrush hygiene, among others:1. Keep your toothbrush out of the toilet
Most people put a shaving kit including toothbrush in the bathroom to make it more easily accessible. But you need to know that when you're flush the toilet, bacteria in feces and toilet could burst into the air as high as 6 feet and can land anywhere, including your toothbrush.Move the storage location of your toothbrush away from the toilet or keep it in a special rack for storing toothbrushes to avoid bacterial contamination of the toilet.2. Keep brush your teeth properly
American Dental Association (ADA) recommends to rinse toothbrushes with tap water clean after use. Then brush your teeth should be stored in an upright position so that the brush is not contaminated by the bacteria surface.3. Do not store your toothbrush in a closed container
Actually storing toothbrushes in closed containers to ward off bacteria have negative side effects. Moist environment in a closed container can be a breeding ground for microorganisms that are more dangerous than the bacteria.4. Do not share toothbrushes
Do not use a toothbrush or alternately together with other people.This can lead to the exchange of germs from the mouth to the toothbrush and vice versa.Separate storage toothbrush with another person's toothbrush, toothbrush though other family members. Or make sure that each toothbrushes from touching each other.5. Replace the toothbrush on a regular basis
ADA recommends that ideally toothbrushes should be replaced every 3 to 4 months. Bristle toothbrush that is torn or worn less effective at cleaning teeth. Brush your child's teeth may need more frequent replacement. You also need to replace your toothbrush after suffering from toothache.
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