In the Know for You To Know
You do this twice a day out of habit – Brush, Rinse, Repeat.
But, what are the best ways to keep toothbrushes clean and fresh between brushing?
Here are 6 ways to take care of your child’s toothbrush so your child’s toothbrush will help you take care of them —
Cleaning your toothbrushes is easy
Rinse your brushes to remove any remaining toothpaste and food particles from the bristles.
Toothbrushes like to be left out in the open
Store your brushes upright and allow them to air dry. Don’t cover or store them in closed containers. A closed container or one with little air holes keeps the brushes wet which allows unwanted bacteria to grow.
Keep toothbrushes separate
If you store your child’s toothbrush with other toothbrushes make sure they are separated to prevent cross contamination and allow them to dry.
Store toothbrushes so they don’t get splashed on
Keep your brushes away from the edge of the sink and counter top. This way they’re not accidentally splashed when someone is washing their hands or reaching for the hand towel. It’s also a good way to help avoid getting germs on the brushes.
Sharing is not caring with toothbrushes
Sharing a toothbrush means you’re also sharing bacteria from each other’s mouth.
Replace your child’s toothbrush every 3 months
90 days of brushing 2Min 2X’s A Day (that’s 180 brushings) takes a toll on a toothbrushes bristles. The bristles become worn down, don’t do a good job of brushing and give germs a place to grow. Regularly replacing your child’s brush allows you to keep up with your good healthy habits.
How do you keep your child’s toothbrush clean and fresh? Have a tip you’d like to share? We’d love to hear from you!
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