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Your Toothbrush
Q: How often do you replace your toothbrush?
| 14% |  |
Once a month. | |
| 46% | |
Every 2-3 months. | |
| 28% | |
Whenever I think of it. | |
| 12% | |
I don't remember the last time I did. | |
565 Total votes cast. | |
The American Dental Association recommends replacing your toothbrush every three months. Antibacterial soaps do little to kill the bacteria found on toothbrushes. To clean it, try running it through your dishwasher about once a week, since the high heat will help sterilize the brush. Finally, don't share your toothbrush with anyone, and avoid storing it in a communal cup or container. Store each brush separately in an upright position to allow the bristles to dry after each use.
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